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reprimand Antonyms

Opposite of reprimand

Because the opposite of reprimand shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A formal or severe expression of disapproval, especially one issued by a person in authority.

Usage Example

"The employee received a formal written commendation for repeatedly arriving late to the office."

Strongest
commendation
praise
Strong
compliment
accolade
tribute

• verb (Context 2)

To address a formal or severe expression of disapproval to someone, especially from a position of authority.

Usage Example

"The supervisor had to commend the technician for ignoring standard laboratory safety protocols."

Strongest
commend
praise
Strong
compliment
applaud
laud

Similar words to reprimand

Words similar to reprimand shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

rebuke
admonish
reproof
admonishment
reprove
admonition
chastise
censure
See all synonyms of reprimand

• Nearby Words

repressively
repressiveness
reprieve
reprimand
reprint
reprisal
reprise

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Reprimand. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/reprimand
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