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reproach::verb | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | upbraid |
| Type of | criminate, accuse, incriminate, impeach |
| Derivation | reproacher |
The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior.
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | reprehension, reprimand, reproof, reproval, rebuke |
| Has types | blame, rap, self-reproach, self-reproof |
words of reproach.
Examples of reproach
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It is no more barbarous than the Gothic style, a name intended to be a reproach.
From the en.wikipedia.org
The record speaks for itself though and Superman's integrity is beyond reproach.
From the guardian.co.uk
These leaders of our naval forces during the Vietnam period were above reproach.
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Naturally, they say this is because they are virginally pure and beyond reproach.
From the stuff.co.nz
James is no slouch in the fundamental department, but Bryant is above reproach.
From the latimes.com
Your integrity is above reproach today, and your ideals are worthy of acceptance.
From the kansas.com
Also, McGarrett and his cohorts are true white hats, practically beyond reproach.
From the post-gazette.com
The references, I think, are above reproach and we do keep a careful eye on them.
From the en.wikipedia.org
The culture of the RUC and the British Army in the North was not beyond reproach.
From the guardian.co.uk
- A mild rebuke or criticism; "words of reproach"
- Express criticism towards; "The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior"
- Disgrace or shame; "he brought reproach upon his family"
- (Reproaches) The Improperia are a series of antiphons and responses, expressing the remonstrance of Jesus Christ with His people. They are also known as the "Reproaches". In the Catholic liturgy they are sung as part of the observance of the Passion, usually on the afternoon of Good Friday. ...
- Tell someone that he has acted wrongly and has hurt you.
- Noun, an expression of disproval, disgrace, discredit, a cause of occasion of blame or disgrace.
- To blame for something; a disgrace
