A severe expression of disapproval directed at someone for their behavior, actions, or mistakes; a formal or forceful reprimand.
1.1. Formal reprimand and admonishment
A serious or formal expression of disapproval intended to correct someone's conduct or call attention to wrongdoing.
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- The team meeting ended with a stern objurgation from the manager regarding the recent drop in performance.
- During the court session, the judge delivered a sharp objurgation to the unruly defendant.
Related Words
- advice
- correction
- reproach
- remonstrance
- reprehension
- reprobation
1.2. Harsh verbal scolding
An angry or forceful verbal reprimand, often delivered directly to someone for unacceptable behavior or poor performance.
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- The teacher's objurgation resonated in the quiet classroom as students realized the seriousness of the situation.
- The coach's passionate objurgation motivated the players to improve their teamwork on the field.
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1.3. Severe criticism and condemnation
A strong verbal or public expression of blame, disapproval, or condemnation directed at a person or their actions.
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- animadversion
- condemnation
- criticism
- denunciation
- disapprobation
- disapproval
- disparagement
- excoriation
- invective
- reproach
- reprobation
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- The company's CEO issued a public objurgation in response to allegations of unethical practices, promising a thorough investigation.
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