GRE Word List

REBUKE

to criticize sharply : reprimand

The meaning of the word rebuke is to criticize sharply : reprimand.

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WordMeaning
tonsurethe Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head
refurbishto brighten or freshen up : renovate
deposeto remove from a throne or other high position
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
renegadea deserter from one faith, cause, or allegiance to another
grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
almssomething (such as money or food) given freely to relieve the poor