Used in a Sentence

rebuke

How to use rebuke in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for rebuke.

Editorial note

I think what's more concerning is that the same logic could be used to rebuke Aaron himself.

Examples14
Definitions2
Parts of speech2

Quick take

an act or expression of criticism and censure; "he had to take the rebuke with a smile on his face"

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of rebuke gathered in one view.

noun

an act or expression of criticism and censure; "he had to take the rebuke with a smile on his face"

verb

censure severely or angrily; "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"

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for rebuke.

verb

censure severely or angrily; "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"

Example sentences

1

I think what's more concerning is that the same logic could be used to rebuke Aaron himself.

2

But let's not harshly rebuke a company with 30 employees [1].

3

There are much worse examples that I could use, that will immediately invite censure and rebuke.

4

I've read articles that I started hating because of all the English errors, but this article doesn't even come close to that level for me. I don't think this article deserves such a long rebuke for bad grammar when I had so few problems reading it.

5

Seems to me that these challenges are completely due to collecting a whole bunch of information that people would rather they didn't, and routinely rebuke them for.

6

A majority of House Democrats voted for it. That is a significant rebuke of the Obama administration.

7

I think the Yes campaign has been a rebuke of nationalism based on race and hatred, while showing that nationalism can still be relevant when it's based on governance and values.

8

This is just more apple fanboyism masquerading as an appeal to rationality, rebuke was perfectly justified.

9

A baby should never be smacked, because they would not be able to understand the causality, and I would expect that once a child is over the age of 5 or 6, a verbal rebuke or simple smack on the hand should be sufficient.

10

It's like we're trying to convince one of King Canute's advisers that a more strongly-worded rebuke will not, in fact, turn back the tide that's swallowing up their property and they're stubbornly holding their breath, waiting for a proclamation that works.

11

In order to develop a useful appreciation of modern computing, the learning curve of today's state of technology demands a degree of immersive dedication that will rebuke most ordinary people.

12

Stating these facts is not taboo, but suggesting that these fact hold any moral weight, that any of these groups that has faced ancient discrimination actually deserves it, is rightfully subject to distaste and rebuke given our cultural history.

13

I don't think his job is just to argue against the theory; that remark - and the fact that the interviewee was unable to confidently rebuke it - shows that the people responsible for it are ill prepared, and that is a good argument against the practical implementation of the program.

14

To be honest, what I find depressing is that you figure my neutral assessment of the overall state of climate science should somehow also include a rebuke of that minority in the way a religious person talks about how other religions are "misguided".Scientific opinion should always - always be encouraged.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use rebuke in a sentence?

I think what's more concerning is that the same logic could be used to rebuke Aaron himself.

What does rebuke mean?

an act or expression of criticism and censure; "he had to take the rebuke with a smile on his face"

What part of speech is rebuke?

rebuke is commonly used as noun, verb.