Reproof — synonyms, definition

1. reproof (Noun)

blame castigation censure condemnation criticism denunciation invective opprobrium rebuke reprehension reprimand reproach reproval stricture

reproof (Noun) — An act or expression of criticism and censure. ex. "he had to take the reproof with a smile on his face"

criticism unfavorable judgment unfavourable judgment admonishment admonition bawling out berating blowing up castigation chastening chastisement chewing out chiding correction dressing down earful going-over lecture monition objurgation reproach riot act scolding • • •

2. reproof (Verb)

bawl out berate call down call on the carpet chew out chew up chide dress down have words jaw lambast lambaste lecture rag ream remonstrate scold take to task trounce

reproof (Verb) — Censure severely or angrily. ex. "The deputy reproofed the Prime Minister"

criticise criticize damn knock pick apart brush down castigate chasten chastise correct objurgate tell off