jobation
Definition
Noun:
- A lengthy and tedious scolding or reprimand.
"Jobation" refers to an extended, often repetitious lecture or criticism, typically given in a nagging or tiresome manner.
Usage Examples
- (He was scolded at length for his tardiness.)
- (The reprimand was long and tedious.)
- (She was reprimanded in a lengthy, nagging way.)
Advanced Usage
- "to give someone a jobation": to deliver a long, scolding lecture to someone.
- The coach gave the team a jobation after their poor performance. (The coach reprimanded them at length.)
Variants and Related Words
- Jobation (n) is a rare or archaic term; no common variants exist. It is sometimes spelled or .
Synonyms
- Scolding: a harsh or angry reprimand.
- Lecture: a lengthy, moralizing talk of reproof.
- Tirade: a long, angry speech of criticism.
- Dressing-down: a severe reprimand (informal).
- Reprimand: a formal or official expression of disapproval.
Related Idioms
- A piece of one’s mind: an expression of strong criticism or anger.
- She gave him a piece of her mind, which was a real jobation. (She scolded him harshly and at length.)
- To read the riot act: to give a severe warning or reprimand.
- The boss read the riot act to the staff, a jobation that lasted an hour. (He delivered a long, stern lecture.)