A. praised
B. beaten
C. applauded
D. rebuked
✅ The correct answer is option D.
Praised : express warm approval or admiration of.
Praised : express warm approval or admiration of.
Beaten : having been defeated.
Applauded : show approval or praise by clapping.
Rebuked : express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behaviour or actions.
Chided : scold or rebuke.
Synonym of Chided is Rebuked