Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Reproof.
Reproof - as a noun
An act or expression of criticism and censure
Example: "He had to take the rebuke with a smile on his face"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rebukereprehensionreprimandreprovalHypernyms (Closely Related)
criticismunfavorable judgmentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She received a gentle reproof from her teacher for not completing her homework."
"His parents gave him a stern reproof for coming home late."
"The employee accepted the reproof from his boss for his poor performance."
"The coach provided constructive reproof to the players after their loss."
"She couldn't bear the reproof from her friends for her thoughtless comment."
Word Game Points
Is REPROOF a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reproof is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REPROOF has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is REPROOF a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reproof is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREPROOF has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is REPROOF a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reproof is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREPROOF has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
