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reproof

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Synonyms and Antonyms of reproof

an often public or formal expression of disapproval

The fear of reproof prevented them from complaining.

Synonyms of reproof

censure, commination, condemnation, denunciation, excoriation, rebuke, reprimand, reproach, riot act, stricture

Words Related to reproof

admonishment, admonition, castigation, chastisement, damnation, punishment, remonstrance

business, devil, dressing-down, lash, lecture, lesson, rap, scolding, talking-to, tongue-lashing

belittlement, criticism, deprecation, depreciation, disparagement, pan

Near Antonyms of reproof

acclamation, honor, tribute

encomium, eulogy, panegyric, plaudit(s), praise

approval, blessing, sanction

Antonyms of reproof

citation, commendation, endorsement (also indorsement)

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