Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rebukingly
Adverb
/rɪˈbjuː.kɪŋ.li/
Definition
In a manner that criticizes or reprimands someone sharply.
Examples
- She spoke to him rebukingly, making it clear she disapproved of his actions.
- The teacher looked at the student rebukingly after noticing the disrespectful behavior.
- When his advice was ignored, he sighed and looked at her rebukingly.
Meaning
The act of expressing disapproval or finding fault with someone’s actions or behavior.
Synonyms
- Reprimandingly
- Critically
- Scoldingly
- Reproachfully
