reproval
[ri-proo-vuh l]
- the act of reproving.
- a reproof.
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Origin of reproval
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condemnationadmonitioncensuredisapprovalsnubreproachpunishmentrebuffrebukereprimandrepulsereprehensioncorrectionostracismcastigationrapafflictionput-downlessonrowExamples from the Web for reproval
Historical Examples
On the contrary, he went toward the two hurriedly, with a gesture of reproval.
Within the LawMarvin Dana
The humanity of the Fields would not utter a word of reproval to either of us.
An Old Man's LoveAnthony Trollope
It could not be said that he took offense, but he hinted at reproval.
The Side Of The AngelsBasil King
He can drown down the voice of missionaries, and they are halting in reproval.
A Cursory History of SwearingJulian Sharman
"Why, nothin' could be plainer than her words," said Mrs. Flagg in a tone of reproval.
The Life of NancySarah Orne Jewett