OBJURGATING Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

objurgating

verb

present participle of objurgate

as in reprimanding

to express public or formal disapproval of even used his last will and testament as a final opportunity to objurgate his prodigal son

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Instead of reprimanding his pet, Linnetz seems to recognize the moment as a potentially good shot.

— Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
The audience awkwardly chuckles, and Scovel, eyes still closed, begins reprimanding them.

— Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of reprimanding

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Despite Hell Week's reputation as one of the military's most punishing endurance tests, more candidates drop out during the preceding weeks than during Hell Week.

— James LaPorta, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2026
Filming in punishing desert temperatures, West’s team developed cooling suits that could circulate cold water through tubing worn close to the actors’ bodies.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026

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Meanwhile, Kyrie Irving, Stephen Curry and other NBA stars largely avoided criticizing China during the controversy, despite frequently denouncing the state of America.

— Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
His town halls have a distinctly populist pitch to voters denouncing money in politics.

— Barbara Sprunt, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026

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The Action Button has proved somewhat controversial since its release, with users on social media like Reddit criticizing its placement and sensitivity.

— Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 7 Nov. 2026
Raman pledged during her campaign to replace McDonnell, criticizing his handling of protests against federal immigration enforcement and arguing that his leadership had damaged trust in the department, particularly among immigrant communities.

— Teresa Liu, Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026

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