What is another word for dress-downs?
Pronunciation: [dɹˈɛsdˈa͡ʊnz] (IPA) 
"Dress-downs" is a colloquial term that is used to refer to a reprimand or criticism. There are numerous synonyms for this term, depending on the context and the severity of the reprimand. Among the most commonly used synonyms for "dress-downs" are reprimands, admonishments, scoldings, castigations, and upbraidings. Other synonyms include censures, rebukes, reproaches, criticisms, and condemnations. Each of these words conveys a slightly different nuance of meaning, but they all share the basic idea of a stern rebuke for wrongdoing or poor performance. Whatever term you choose, the goal of a "dress-down" is to correct behavior and encourage improvement in the future.
