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reproval

[ ri-proo-vuhl ]
/ rɪˈpru vəl /
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noun

the act of reproving.
a reproof.

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Origin of reproval

First recorded in 1840–50; reprove + -al2

Words nearby reproval

reprographics, reprography, reproof, repro proof, reprovable, reproval, reprove, rept., reptant, reptile, reptiles
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Words related to reproval

condemnation, admonition, censure, disapproval, snub, reproach, punishment, rebuff, rebuke, reprimand, repulse, reprehension, correction, ostracism, castigation, rap, affliction, put-down, lesson, row

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