reprimand
verbUK /ˈreprɪmɑːnd/
US /ˈreprɪmænd/
To tell someone in a serious way that they did something wrong.
The teacher reprimanded the students for talking during the test.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A formal or official expression of disapproval.
The officer received a reprimand for his rude behavior.
3. To express strong disapproval of someone's actions, often in a formal setting.
The committee reprimanded the company for breaking safety rules.
4. A sharp or stern talking-to given by a person in authority.
After the mistake, the manager gave him a stern reprimand.