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reprove

[riˈpruːv]

reprove Definition

  • 1to criticize or correct someone for doing something wrong
  • 2to express disapproval of someone's behavior

Using reprove: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reprove" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The teacher reproved the student for cheating on the test.

  • Example

    He was reproved by his boss for being late to work.

  • Example

    She reproved her friend for making a rude comment.

  • Example

    The coach reproved the team for their poor performance.

reprove Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reprove

Antonyms for reprove

Idioms Using reprove

  • correcting someone's behavior early on can prevent them from committing a more serious offense later

    Example

    The teacher's reproof in time may prevent a crime, as the student will learn not to cheat again.

  • to criticize or correct someone for doing something wrong

    Example

    The manager gave the employee a reproof for not following company policy.

  • take reproofs patiently

    to accept criticism or correction without getting defensive or angry

    Example

    It's important to take reproofs patiently and learn from them instead of getting defensive.

Phrases with reprove

  • to criticize or correct someone using a particular method or approach

    Example

    He reproved his son with a stern look.

  • to express disapproval of someone's behavior or actions

    Example

    She reproved of her sister's decision to drop out of school.

  • to criticize or correct someone in a serious and formal way

    Example

    The judge reproved unto the defendant for his criminal actions.

Origins of reprove

from Old French 'reprover', from Latin 'reprobare', meaning 'disapprove'

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Summary: reprove in Brief

'Reprove' [riˈpruːv] means to criticize or correct someone for doing something wrong or to express disapproval of someone's behavior. It is often used in formal contexts, such as the workplace or school, and can be accompanied by synonyms like 'rebuke' and 'reprimand.' The idiom 'a reproof in time may prevent a crime' highlights the importance of correcting behavior early on to prevent more serious offenses.