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objurgation

 

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Noun objurgation has 1 sense
  1. chiding, scolding, objurgation, tongue-lashing - rebuking a person harshly
    --1 is a kind of rebuke, reproof, reproval, reprehension, reprimand
    --1 has particulars: wig, wigging
    Derived form: verb objurgate2

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Term: Objurgation


Definition: (noun) A harsh or vehement reprimand or criticism; a reproachful rebuke.

Example Sentence: After crashing his father's car, Jack received an objurgation from his parents that left him feeling utterly ashamed.


Definition: (noun) The act of strongly disapproving or condemning something.

Example Sentence: The objurgation of the government's decision came not only from the opposition party but also from a multitude of activists.


Definition: (noun) A scolding or castigation in a forceful and severe manner.

Example Sentence: The principal's objurgation of the misbehaving students was so effective that they never dared to repeat their actions again.


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