severe reprimand in English
strong rebuke, harsh scolding
Use "severe reprimand" in a sentence
1. He received a severe reprimand for his behaviour.
2. His boss gave him a severe reprimand for being late.
3. The manager earned himself a severe reprimand for criticizing the referee.
4. He has been fined five thousand pounds and given a severe reprimand.
5. Wigan team-mate Kelvin Skerrett, who did the same, received a severe reprimand.
6. Batley and Sheffield Eagles received a severe reprimand yesterday for the fighting which took place during their first-round Yorkshire Cup tie.