rebuke
verbTo express sharp disapproval of someone's behavior.
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reprimand
verbTo express formal or strong disapproval of someone's conduct.
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verbTo express disappointment or blame for someone's behavior.
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verbTo express disapproval or criticism, often with a corrective purpose.
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adjectiveRestrained in expressing feelings or in speaking and acting around others.
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nounThe art of effective expression; also language criticized as impressive but lacking substance.
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adjectiveRelating to the effective use of language; sometimes intended for effect without expecting a literal answer.
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