First Known Use: 14th century
Dictionary
reproof
noun re·proof \ri-ˈprüf\
: criticism or blame
: a statement that criticizes or blames someone
Full Definition of REPROOF
: criticism for a fault : rebuke
See reproof defined for English-language learners
See reproof defined for kids
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of REPROOF
Middle English repref, reprofe, from Anglo-French reproefe, from reprover
Related to REPROOF
- Synonyms
- commination, condemnation, denunciation, excoriation, objurgation, rebuke, reprimand, reproach, censure, riot act, stricture
- Antonyms
- citation, commendation, endorsement (also indorsement)
Rhymes with REPROOF
aloof, behoof, bombproof, childproof, crushproof, disproof, fireproof, flameproof, foolproof, forehoof, germproof, greaseproof, heatproof, hip roof, leakproof, lightproof, moonroof, mothproof, pickproof, rainproof, rustproof, shadoof, shellproof, shockproof, skidproof, soundproof, stainproof, sunroof, Tartuffe, unroof, windproof, witloof
REPROOF Defined for Kids
reproof
noun re·proof \ri-ˈprüf\
Definition of REPROOF for Kids
: blame or criticism for a fault
Learn More About REPROOF
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: reprovablePrevious Word in the Dictionary: repromissionAll Words Near: reproof
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up reproof? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).