Synonyms: reprehension, reprimand, reproof, reproval, rebuke
Definition: an act or expression of criticism and censure
Usage: he had to take the rebuke with a smile on his face
Similar words: criticism, unfavorable judgment
Definition: disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings
Usage: the senator received severe criticism from his opponent
Synonyms: call down, call on the carpet, chew out, chew up, chide, remonstrate, reprimand, reproof, rag, rebuke, scold, dress down, take to task, trounce, have words, lambast, lambaste, lecture, jaw, berate, bawl out
Definition: censure severely or angrily
Usage: The mother scolded the child for entering a stranger's car; The deputy ragged the Prime Minister; The customer dressed down the waiter for bringing cold soup
Similar words: criticise, criticize, pick apart, knock
Definition: find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
Usage: The paper criticized the new movie; Don't knock the food--it's free