rebuke

To criticize (someone) sharply; reprimand. synonym: admonish.

To express sharp criticism regarding (an act, for example).

To check or repress.

An expression of strong disapproval.

To reprove directly and pointedly; utter sharp disapproval of; reprimand; chide.

To treat or affect reprehendingly; check or restrain by reprimand or condemnation.

To buffet; beat; bruise.

Synonyms Reprove, Reprimand, etc. See censure.

A direct reprimand; reproof for fault or wrong; reprehension; chiding.

A manifestation of condemnation; a reprehending judgment or infliction; reprobation in act or effect.