Multiple choice

Directions: Choose appropriate meaning of the words in bold as per their contextual use.

His boss reprimanded him for being late.

  1. cautioned

  2. rebuked

  3. fired

  4. accused

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Reprimand means to rebuke, scold, or criticize someone formally for a fault. Being late for work warrants a 'rebuked' response from a boss. 'Cautioned' is milder, 'fired' is extreme, and 'accused' doesn't imply the disciplinary aspect.