επίπληξη — meaning in English

English meaning

• rebuke noun A sharp expression of disapproval; a scolding.
• reprimand noun A formal, often stern rebuke for wrongdoing.
• reproach noun A mild expression of blame or disappointment.
• sermon noun A talk given during a religious service, usually on a moral or spiritual theme.

Senses

επίπληξη is used for these senses in English:

• rebuke (of a person) A harsh criticism.
• reprimand A severe, formal or official reproof; reprehension, rebuke, private or public.
• reproach A mild rebuke, or an implied criticism.
• sermon A lengthy speech of reproval.

rebuke — full definition

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

reprimand — full definition

1. noun A formal, often stern rebuke for wrongdoing.
2. verb To formally scold or criticize someone for something they did wrong.

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