reprehend Definition
- 1to reprimand or criticize someone for their behavior or actions
- 2to express disapproval or condemnation
Using reprehend: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reprehend" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The teacher reprehended the student for cheating on the test.
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The boss reprehended the employee for being late to work.
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The parents reprehended their child for lying.
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The coach reprehended the team for their poor performance.
reprehend Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with reprehend
Example
After realizing his mistake, he began to reprehend himself for not being more careful.
behavior that is deserving of criticism or rebuke
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His reprehendable behavior towards his colleagues led to his termination from the company.
an action that is deserving of criticism or rebuke
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The government's reprehendable action of suppressing free speech was met with widespread protests.
Origins of reprehend
from Latin 'reprehendere', meaning 'to hold back, blame'
Summary: reprehend in Brief
'Reprehend' [ˌrɛprɪˈhɛnd] is a verb that means to reprimand or criticize someone for their behavior or actions. It can also mean to express disapproval or condemnation. Examples include 'The teacher reprehended the student for cheating on the test.' and 'The boss reprehended the employee for being late to work.' 'Reprehend' extends into phrases like 'reprehend oneself,' denoting self-criticism, and 'reprehendable behavior,' referring to behavior deserving of criticism.
