Unrebuked

The adjective 'unrebuked' describes something that has not been criticized, scolded, or reprimanded. It signifies the absence of any form of disapproval or censure. It can apply to actions, words, or even general behaviors, suggesting they have been allowed to continue without correction or challenge. It implies an implicit or explicit acceptance, sometimes due to indifference, leniency, or approval of the situation. The situation has not been taken to task or censured.

Unrebuked meaning with examples

• The child's tantrum went unrebuked, leaving her to believe this behavior was acceptable. Her parents, exhausted after their long day, simply ignored her cries. The other kids watched in amazement at this outcome. Eventually, someone made it a point to try to resolve the situation, but it was too late.
• His controversial statement, initially presented at a conference, went unrebuked by the audience and was subsequently widely quoted in the media, causing a public outcry that he would be rebuked later, but the initial statements went unrebuked. The company faced huge issues for the behavior.
• The mayor's questionable financial dealings remained unrebuked for several years, as a culture of corruption within the city council protected her. She was able to build a mansion. The city was left in a shambles, but all was allowed to continue unrebuked. Someone will step in eventually.
• The artist's provocative installation was displayed unrebuked in the gallery, sparking heated debate but ultimately being celebrated for its boldness. The artist was thrilled, all the other galleries would have shunned it, but this gallery had vision, a vision, that would last forever.