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reprove

Pronunciation: /rɪˈpruːv/

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Definition of reprove

verb

[with object]

reprimand (someone):he was reproved for obscenity [with direct speech]:‘Don’t be childish, Hilary,’ he reproved mildly (as adjective reproving)a reproving glance