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verwijt — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • objurgation noun A harsh telling-off given to someone.
  • rebuke noun A sharp expression of disapproval; a scolding.
  • reproof noun A telling-off given to someone for doing something wrong.

Senses

verwijt is used for these senses in English:

  • objurgation (uncommon) A strong rebuke or scolding.
  • rebuke (of a person) A harsh criticism.
  • reproof An act or instance of reproving or of reprobating; a rebuke, a reproach, an admonition.

rebuke — full definition

  1. noun A sharp expression of disapproval; a scolding.
  2. verb To criticize someone sharply, usually for something they did wrong.
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