rebuke
verb (used with object)
to express sharp, stern disapproval of; reprove; reprimand.
rebukingly
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a word derived from
rebuke.
Example Sentences
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“It is the opinion of Monsieur le Maire,” said Aristide rebukingly, “and that is enough.”
From The Joyous Adventures of Aristide Pujol by Ball, Alec
Oh! comparison of true and ideal, at which spirits must look out of heaven, and of which they must long, with aching pity, to make us thus rebukingly aware!
From Graham's Magazine Vol. XXXII No. 2. February 1848 by Conrad, Robert Taylor
How rebukingly smote that sigh upon the ears of Lee!
From The Home Mission by Arthur, T. S. (Timothy Shay)
"Who'd ever dream that Miss Gray could squeeze out the littlest tear," laughed Pat, at which Gyp shook her head rebukingly.
From Highacres by Richards, Harriet Roosevelt
You should not say such wild, extravagant things, my dear!” said Le, rebukingly.
From Her Mother's Secret by Southworth, Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte
