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rebuke

/rɪˈbjuːk/
re · buke rɪ · ˈbjuːk
English Definition
v./n. criticize sharply
中文释义
指责，斥责
Significado en Español
reprender, regañar
한국어 뜻
꾸짖다, 비난하다
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khiển trách, quở trách
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Example Sentence

The boss rebuked him for his mistake.

老板批评他犯错。

Synonyms
reprimand scold
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
rebuke(accusation).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “rebuke” in the following sentence: The teacher did not hesitate to rebuke the student for forgetting his homework.

  1. A praise
  2. B scold
  3. C ignore
  4. D reward
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B — scold. “rebuke” means v./n. criticize sharply

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The coach did not hesitate to ______ the player for breaking the rules.

  1. A praise
  2. B reward
  3. C comfort
  4. D rebuke
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D — rebuke. “rebuke” means v./n. criticize sharply

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Common questions about “rebuke”

What does “rebuke” mean?

rebuke — v./n. criticize sharply. In Chinese: 指责，斥责.

How do you pronounce “rebuke”?

rebuke is pronounced /rɪˈbjuːk/. It breaks into 2 syllables: re · buke.

How do you use “rebuke” in a sentence?

The boss rebuked him for his mistake. (老板批评他犯错。)

What are synonyms for “rebuke”?

reprimand, scold — all close in meaning to rebuke (v./n. criticize sharply).

Is “rebuke” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. rebuke appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “rebuke”?

rebuke(accusation).

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