Reproval (Noun)

Meaning

An act or expression of criticism and censure; "he had to take the rebuke with a smile on his face".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

• The stern reproval from her parents left her feeling ashamed and guilty.
• He received a stern reproval from his coach for his poor sportsmanship during the game.
• The editor's reproval of the young journalist's sloppy reporting was well-deserved.
• The reproval from his colleagues made him realize the severity of his mistake.
• The harsh reproval from the principal was a wake-up call for the student.

Synonyms

• Reprehension
• Reprimand
• Reproof
• Rebuke

Hypernyms

• Criticism
• Unfavorable Judgment

Hyponyms

• Riot Act
• Chastening
• Going-over
• Chiding
• Tongue-lashing
• Admonition
• Reproach
• Lecture
• Castigation
• Admonishment
• Berating
• What For
• Speech
• Correction
• Dressing Down
• Earful
• Blowing Up
• Upbraiding
• Chewing Out
• Scolding

Related Words

• Reprove (verb)