verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

reprimand, rebuke

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Example Sentences

Example:The principal reprimanded the student for not following the rules.

Definition:To express strong disapproval of (someone's behavior or ideas)

From reprimand

Example:The teacher rebuked the child for not paying attention in class.

Definition:To criticize or reprove (someone) sharply and authoritatively

From rebuke