Rebuke Definition

rebuke
noun
  1. an act or expression of criticism and censure; "he had to take the rebuke with a smile on his face"
verb
  1. censure severely or angrily; "The mother scolded the child for entering a stranger's car"; "The deputy ragged the Prime Minister"; "The customer dressed down the waiter for bringing cold soup"

"Rebuke" in song lyrics

See how rebuke is used in real songs:

  • "Even a notch and watch the stereo rebuke"
    Grand Agent — Grand Right Now
  • "Out of love comes rebuke"
    LMNO — Natural Beauty
  • "Just a simple rebuke"
    Unsung Heroes f/ Siah and Yeshua da PoED — The Norm

Usage tips for "rebuke"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "rebuke" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for rebuke to find words that pair well.

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