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reproach

noun verb

A mild rebuke or criticism

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
R
Ends with
H
Contains
EP
Scrabble score
15
CEFR level
C2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ɹɪˈpɹəʊtʃ

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Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. A mild rebuke or criticism

    “Words of reproach”

noun

  1. Disgrace or shame

    “He brought reproach upon his family”

verb

  1. Express criticism towards

    “The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior”

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Example Sentences

Words of reproach
He brought reproach upon his family
The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior

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