objurgation

/ˌɑbdʒərˈɡeɪʃən/
noun
  1. A harsh or severe scolding; strong criticism.
    • He endured his mother's objurgation for coming home past midnight.
    • The teacher's objurgation of the student for cheating was heard down the hall.
    • After the failed project, the manager's objurgation left the team feeling demoralized.
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