Choose the word nearest in meaning to the given word.
REPRIMAND

Correct option is B

The correct synonym of the given word is (b) admonish.
Reprimand:
To reprimand means to scold or rebuke someone formally for a fault or wrongdoing. It usually implies official or serious disapproval.
(डाँटना / फटकारना)
Example:
The manager reprimanded the employee for repeated negligence.
Admonish:
To admonish means to warn or scold someone gently but firmly, often to correct behaviour.
(चेतावनी देना / समझाकर डाँटना)
Example:
The teacher admonished the students for making noise in class.
Synonyms: rebuke, reprove, scold, chide
Antonyms: praise, applaud, commend, appreciate
Meanings of all the other given options:
· (a) shout: to speak very loudly (चिल्लाना)
· (c) vilify: to defame or speak ill of someone (बदनाम करना)
· (d) criticise: to point out faults or express disapproval (आलोचना करना)