reproof

Definitions

The noun of reprove, with the spelling shifting prove → proof (just as prove → proof in ordinary use). A reproof is the act or words of rebuking someone.

Common Collocations

• 1.gentle reproof温和的责备
• 2.sharp reproof严厉的批评
• 3.[look of reproof]责备的眼神
• 4.deserve reproof理应受到批评

Example Sentences

• 1.

  He accepted the reproof without complaint.

• 2.

  There was a note of reproof in her voice.