noun
- an expression of disapproval or criticism; a rebuke
Usage: formal
Examples
- The teacher’s gentle reproval helped the student understand his mistake.
- She accepted the reproval with grace and promised to do better.
- His constant lateness earned him a stern reproval from his supervisor.
- The reproval was delivered in a calm but firm tone.
- After the reproval, he reflected on his poor behavior.
- The parent’s reproval was meant to guide, not punish.