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Term: reprove

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To express disapproval or criticism of someone's actions or behavior; to rebuke or scold.

Sample Sentences:

1. His parents reproved him for coming home late.
2. The teacher reproved the students for not completing their homework.
3. The boss reproved his employees for their lack of productivity.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A reproof or expression of disapproval.

Sample Sentences:

1. She did not take kindly to the reprove she received from her friend.
2. His reprove left her feeling guilty and remorseful.
3. The politician faced widespread reprove for his controversial remarks.

Part of Speech: Adjective (Rarely used)

Definition: The act of reproving or expressing disapproval.

Sample Sentences:

1. Her reprove tone made it clear that she was not pleased.
2. His reprove glare conveyed his discontentment.
3. The father's reprove reaction showed his disappointment in his son's behavior.

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