as in condemnations
an often public or formal expression of disapproval
while reviewing the troops, the officer delivered a curt reprimand to one of the soldiers
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as in scolds
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
reprimanded the summer intern for her constant tardiness
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as in admonishes
to criticize (someone) usually gently so as to correct a fault
reprimanded the student for using the lax grammar and punctuation of text messaging in a term paper
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as in censures
to express public or formal disapproval of
the president was forced to reprimand the general for publicly voicing his disagreements with the nation's foreign policy
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Recent Examples of reprimands
Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
As if that conduct doesn’t raise enough questions about her fitness, Steele has faced reprimands for allowing staff to stray from official Board of Review business while on county time.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
The former directors also criticized Saintremy’s reprimands from the city, stating a key function of her role is to promote events at the cultural center and that means speaking with media.
—Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
When managers are running on empty, small frustrations turn into public reprimands, and reasonable requests start to feel personal.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Paladino has faced committee reprimands before over her rhetoric.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
The email, which went viral on X, sparked a wave of state and national news, outrage from faculty and reprimands from free speech advocacy organizations, like FIRE and PEN America.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
Lenard saw people smiling, laughing, making small talk, and watching their kids enjoy themselves without criticism or reprimands.
—Lisa Hughes, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2025
Others were issued formal reprimands while one was informed that their service would be ended.
—Reuters, NBC news, 24 Nov. 2025
Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
If such a case occurs, penalties from the Florida Board of Nursing could range from reprimands, fines or probation to suspension or revocation of the license, according to a state statute.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
As if that conduct doesn’t raise enough questions about her fitness, Steele has faced reprimands for allowing staff to stray from official Board of Review business while on county time.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
The former directors also criticized Saintremy’s reprimands from the city, stating a key function of her role is to promote events at the cultural center and that means speaking with media.
—Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
When managers are running on empty, small frustrations turn into public reprimands, and reasonable requests start to feel personal.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Paladino has faced committee reprimands before over her rhetoric.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
The email, which went viral on X, sparked a wave of state and national news, outrage from faculty and reprimands from free speech advocacy organizations, like FIRE and PEN America.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
Lenard saw people smiling, laughing, making small talk, and watching their kids enjoy themselves without criticism or reprimands.
—Lisa Hughes, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2025
Others were issued formal reprimands while one was informed that their service would be ended.
—Reuters, NBC news, 24 Nov. 2025
Verb
His supervisor appears as a ticket conductor and reprimands him for doing nothing.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reprimands
Noun
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With a few notable exceptions, Leo kept his political remarks to the leaders largely diplomatic, using a language of encouragement and subtle messaging rather than headline-grabbing condemnations.—
NICOLE WINFIELD THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
24 Apr. 2026
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With a few notable exceptions, Leo kept his political remarks to the leaders largely diplomatic, using a language of encouragement and subtle messaging rather than headline-grabbing condemnations.—
Nicole Winfield,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Or tie scolds to the ducking stool again.—
Annie Lowrey,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
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McMahon likes to remind scolds that wrestling is a morality play.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Judge admonishes Musk over social media use Musk is seeking $150 billion in damages from OpenAI and Microsoft, one of its largest investors, with proceeds going to OpenAI’s charitable arm.—
Deepa Seetharaman,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Deeply religious, Jean’s mother, in the film, admonishes her.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Apr. 2026
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Aside from the financial cost to the city, Blain’s behavior prompted several council actions, including two censures.—
Susan Gill Vardon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Dec. 2025
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Some rank-and-file lawmakers also agree that censures are losing their punch.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Nov. 2025
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When not writing, May frequently lectures on the politics and policies of mass incarceration for university classes, academic conferences, and online events.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Apr. 2026
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With me, my wife lectures me more than my children.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Apr. 2026
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OpenAI memo criticizes Anthropic watch now Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
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Schiavo raised a similar concern, noting that the National Transportation Safety Board regularly criticizes the Federal Aviation Administration and other regulators for not implementing obvious solutions, even after accidents occur.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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Olson went on to say that the Holy Father, like his predecessors, consistently condemns acts of terrorism, including those sanctioned by Iran and its surrogates in the Middle East.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Apr. 2026
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Yamal condemns anti-Muslim chants Spain signed off for the World Cup on Tuesday with a 0-0 draw against Egypt.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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The oil industry blames California’s environmental policies for driving them out.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Over a year after their podcast Plan Bri Uncut ended, LaPaglia blames Call Her Daddy’s founding father, Alex Cooper, for the nail in the coffin for her friendship with O’Malley.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Reprimands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reprimands. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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