reproof

noun

/rɪˈpruːf/

(formal)

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[uncountable] blame or disapproval责备；谴责；非难
- His words were a mixture of pity and reproof.他的话里既有同情也有责备。
- He clicked his tongue in mock reproof.他嘲笑地咂了咂嘴。
[countable] a remark that expresses blame or disapproval责备的话语；非难的言辞 synonym rebuke
- She received a mild reproof from the teacher.她受到了老师温和的责备。
Extra Examples
- She welcomed me with a smile and a gentle reproof for not having phoned.她微笑着欢迎我，并温和地责备我没有打电话。
- He received a mild reproof for being late.他因迟到受到了温和的责备。

Word OriginMiddle English: from Old French reprove, from reprover ‘reprove’. Early senses included ‘disgrace, personal shame’ and ‘scorn’.

BNC: 32975 COCA: 36635

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