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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How rebukingly smote that sigh upon the ears of Lee!
From The Home Mission by T. S. (Timothy Shay) Arthur
"Don't be violent; take care, Anna Maria," said he, rebukingly.
From Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II by Charles James Lever
"What does a child like you know about it?" said Mrs. Perkins rebukingly.
From Wait and Hope A Plucky Boy's Luck by Horatio Alger
"Sure the gentleman isn't a bailiff nor a polisman," broke in the cripple, rebukingly.
From Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience by Charles James Lever
“It is the opinion of Monsieur le Maire,” said Aristide rebukingly, “and that is enough.”
From The Joyous Adventures of Aristide Pujol by Alec Ball
