re·proof
noun/rɪˈpruːf/
/rɪˈpruːf/
(formal)- [uncountable] blame or disapproval
责备；谴责；非难 - His words were a mixture of pity and reproof.
他的话里既有同情也有责备。 - He clicked his tongue in mock reproof.
他咂舌，假装责备。
- His words were a mixture of pity and reproof.
- [countable] a remark that expresses blame or disapproval
责备的话语；非难的言辞 - She received a mild reproof from the teacher.
她受到了老师温和的责备。
Extra Examples- She welcomed me with a smile and a gentle reproof for not having phoned.
她微笑着欢迎我，并温和地责备我没有打电话。 - He received a mild reproof for being late.
他因迟到而受到了温和的责备。
- She received a mild reproof from the teacher.
Word OriginMiddle English: from Old French reprove, from reprover ‘reprove’. Early senses included ‘disgrace, personal shame’ and ‘scorn’.