objurgator

/ɒbdʒɜːrɡeɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who scolds or reprimands severely, often in a formal or official capacity

“The school principal served as an objurgator for the student’s misbehavior.”

2. verb

To scold or reprimand severely, often in a formal or official capacity

“The teacher objurgated the student for not following the rules.”

Synonyms

  • chastise
  • reprimand
  • scold

Antonyms

  • commend
  • praise