noun
- expressions of disapproval or criticism; acts of reproving
Usage: plural of reproval; formal
Examples
- The student received several reprovals for his poor behavior.
- Her constant reprovals made the children feel discouraged.
- The manager’s reprovals were delivered in a calm but firm tone.
- Despite the reprovals from critics, the artist continued his work.
- The teacher’s gentle reprovals helped students improve their performance.
- His reprovals were always constructive rather than harsh.