rebukings
Sharp verbal corrections
Rebukings are sharp expressions of disapproval or criticism.
The word appears mainly in religious or formal contexts, where authority figures deliver stern corrections: The prophet's rebukings fell on deaf ears.
Less common than the singular rebuke or the verb form.
Formal expressions of disapproval
- scoldingsSharp verbal criticisms
- admonishmentsCautionary verbal corrections
- chastisementsSevere corrections for wrongdoing
- reproachesCritical words of blame
criticisms · censures · upbraidings · reproofs · lectures · tellings-off · dressings-down · tongue-lashings
Sanctions for misconduct
- correctionsAdjustments to fix errors
- sanctionsPunitive international restrictions
- reprimandsFormal expressions of disapproval
- write-upsFormal written reports
warnings · suspensions · disciplinary actions · performance reviews · citations · demerits · detentions · dismissals
Religious talks to congregations
- exhortationsUrgent persuasive appeals
- prophetic warningsForetold cautions about futures
- hellfire preachingSermons emphasizing damnation
- jeremiadLengthy complaint prophesying doom
reprimands
Formal expressions of disapproval
- scoldingsSharp verbal criticisms
- admonishmentsCautionary verbal corrections
- chastisementsSevere corrections for wrongdoing
reproaches · criticisms · censures · upbraidings · reproofs · lectures · tellings-off · dressings-down · tongue-lashings · castigations
punishments
Sanctions for misconduct
- correctionsAdjustments to fix errors
- sanctionsPunitive international restrictions
- reprimandsFormal expressions of disapproval
write-ups · warnings · suspensions · disciplinary actions · performance reviews · citations · demerits · detentions · dismissals · probations
sermons
Religious talks to congregations
- exhortationsUrgent persuasive appeals
- prophetic warningsForetold cautions about futures
- hellfire preachingSermons emphasizing damnation
rebukingspraises
Verbally commends
commendations · compliments · accolades · laudations · approbations
rebukingsrewards
Benefits given for merit
encouragements · recognitions · honors · acknowledgments · appreciations