What is "reproach" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does reproach mean in English? Meaning of reproach definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "reproach" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "reproach": a mild rebuke or criticism

Noun

  • Meaning: a mild rebuke or criticism
  • Example: words of reproach
  • Synonyms: reproach
  • Hyponyms: blame rap self-reproach self-reproof
  • Hypernyms: rebuke reprehension reprimand reproof reproval
  • Pronunciation in US: /rɪˈpɹoʊtʃ/

    Pronunciation in UK: /rɪˈpɹəʊtʃ/

    Meaning of "reproach": express criticism towards

    Verb

  • Meaning: express criticism towards
  • Example: The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior
  • Synonyms: reproach upbraid
  • Hypernyms: accuse criminate impeach incriminate
  • Pronunciation in US: /rɪˈpɹoʊtʃ/

    Pronunciation in UK: /rɪˈpɹəʊtʃ/

    Meaning of "reproach": disgrace or shame

    Noun

  • Meaning: disgrace or shame
  • Example: he brought reproach upon his family
  • Synonyms: reproach
  • Hypernyms: disgrace ignominy shame
  • Pronunciation in US: /rɪˈpɹoʊtʃ/

    Pronunciation in UK: /rɪˈpɹəʊtʃ/

    Synonyms:

    disgrace, rebuke, reprehension, admonition, shame, disrepute, rap, stigma, contempt, obloquy, disapproval, discredit, scorn, stain, slight, slur, condemnation, indignity, censure, blame, reproof, abuse, opprobrium, odium, blemish, ignominy, reprimand, admonishment, chiding, scold, chide, admonish, discredit, upbraid, rebuke, reprimand, cavil, trim, criticize, reprehend, rake, defame, blame, abuse, censure, ream, lesson, disparage, reprove, condemn, jawbone, call down, call to task, give comeuppance, give the devil, lay on, sit on, take to task,

    Antonyms:

    compliment, flattery, praise, endorsement, commendation, honor, pride, respect, esteem, approval, regard, sanction, exoneration, compliment, praise, laud, exalt, exonerate, sanction, flatter, commend, approve,

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    reproach in English: reproach
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