rebuked; rebuking
Definition of rebuke
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: to criticize sharply : reprimand
b
: to serve as a rebuke to
rebuke
nounDefinition of rebuke (Entry 2 of 2)
: an expression of strong disapproval : reprimand
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