Definition of Reproach

1. Noun. A mild rebuke or criticism. "Words of reproach"

Generic synonyms: Rebuke, Reprehension, Reprimand, Reproof, Reproval
Specialized synonyms: Self-reproach, Self-reproof, Blame, Rap

2. Verb. Express criticism towards. "The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior"
Exact synonyms: Upbraid
Generic synonyms: Accuse, Criminate, Impeach, Incriminate
Derivative terms: Reproacher, Upbraider, Upbraiding

3. Noun. Disgrace or shame. "He brought reproach upon his family"
Generic synonyms: Disgrace, Ignominy, Shame

Definition of Reproach

1. v. t. To come back to, or come home to, as a matter of blame; to bring shame or disgrace upon; to disgrace.

2. n. The act of reproaching; censure mingled with contempt; contumelious or opprobrious language toward any person; abusive reflections; as, severe reproach.

Definition of Reproach

1. to find fault with [v -ED, -ING, -ES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Reproach

repristinations
reprivatization
reprivatize
reprivatized
reprivatizes
reprivatizing
reprive
reprived
reprives
repriving
reprize
reprized
reprizes
reprizing
repro
reproach (current term)
reproachable
reproached
reproacher
reproachers
reproaches
reproachful
reproachful
reproachfully
reproachfulness
reproaching
reproachingly
reprobance
reprobances
reprobate

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