rebuke
re-buke
noun
A sharp expression of disapproval or criticism towards someone's actions.
"He received a stern rebuke for his behaviour."
verb
To express sharp disapproval or criticism to someone because of their actions.
"The headteacher rebuked the pupil for cheating."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: reprehension, reproval, reprimand, reproof, lambaste, berate, chew up, trounce, remonstrate, dress down, take to task, bawl out