rebukingly
|re-buk-ing-ly|
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/rɪˈbjuːkɪŋli/
(rebuke)
sharp criticism
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rebuke' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'rebuchier,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'buchier' meant 'to strike or chop.'
Historical Evolution
'rebuchier' transformed into the Middle English word 'rebuken,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rebuke.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to strike back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to express disapproval or criticism.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that expresses sharp disapproval or criticism.
She looked at him rebukingly after he made the inappropriate comment.
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Last updated: 2025/05/27 16:05