reproach

verb
UK: /rɪˈproʊtʃ/
US: /rɪˈproʊtʃ/

  1. To express disapproval or criticism.

    1. I reproach him for his bad behavior.
    2. She reproached her son for not doing his homework; it caused a fight.

  2. To accuse someone of something.

    1. Do not reproach me!
    2. He reproached her with betraying his trust; their relationship was damaged.

Synonyms

rebuke reprimand admonish censure scold disapproval criticism blame
reproach noun

  1. An expression of disapproval or disappointment.

    1. Her face was full of reproach.
    2. There was a hint of reproach in her voice when she spoke to him.

  2. The act of expressing criticism or blame.

    1. He faced their reproach calmly.
    2. The team's poor performance drew strong public reproach after the defeat.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "reproach" in English means: To express disapproval or criticism., To accuse someone of something..

The phonetic transcription of "reproach" is /rɪˈproʊtʃ/ in British English and /rɪˈproʊtʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "reproach": rebuke, reprimand, admonish, censure, scold, disapproval, criticism, blame.

Example usage of "reproach": "I reproach him for his bad behavior.". More examples on the page.