Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dress-down
verb
/dres daʊn/
Definition
To criticize someone severely or reprimand them, often in a way that highlights their shortcomings.
Examples
- After the team lost the match, the coach had to dress down the players for their poor performance.
- The manager dressed down the employee for missing the deadline.
Meaning
The act of rebuking or admonishing someone, typically regarding their performance or behavior.
Synonyms
- Reprimand
- Censure
- Scold
- Admonish
