Definition of Reproof

a criticism or rebuke

Examples of Reproof in a sentence

Angry letters of reproof were sent to the editor criticizing his latest opinion piece.  🔊

Without harsh reproof, the mother calmly explained the reasons why the boy shouldn’t throw the ball in the house.  🔊

The pastor tried to explain the consequences of sin without reproof or stiff judgement.  🔊

The frustrated teen gave her sister an unforgiving frown as reproof for borrowing her clothing again without asking.  🔊

In a public hearing, the judge gave a public reproof of the attorney for his unethical practices.  🔊

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