reproval

re·prove  (r-prv)

tr.v. re·proved, re·prov·ing, re·proves

1. To voice or convey disapproval of; rebuke. See Synonyms at admonish.

2. To find fault with.

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[Middle English reproven, from Anglo-Norman repruver, variant of Old French reprover, from Late Latin reprobre, to disapprove; see reprobate.]

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re·prova·ble adj.

re·proval n.

re·prover n.

re·proving·ly adv.

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

reproval - an act or expression of criticism and censure; "he had to take the rebuke with a smile on his face" rebuke, reprehension, reprimand, reproof riot act - a vigorous reprimand; "I read him the riot act" criticism, unfavorable judgment - disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings; "the senator received severe criticism from his opponent" chiding, objurgation, scolding, tongue-lashing - rebuking a person harshly what for - a strong reprimand bawling out, castigation, chewing out, dressing down, upbraiding, earful, going-over - a severe scolding berating, blowing up - a severe rebuke; "he deserved the berating that the coach gave him" reproach - a mild rebuke or criticism; "words of reproach" talking to, lecture, speech - a lengthy rebuke; "a good lecture was my father's idea of discipline"; "the teacher gave him a talking to" chastening, chastisement, correction - a rebuke for making a mistake admonishment, monition, admonition - a firm rebuke