reproaching

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Verb reproach has 1 sense

reproach, upbraid - express criticism towards; "The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior"
--₁ is one way to accuse, impeach, incriminate, criminate

Derived form: noun reproacher₁
Sample sentence:
Somebody ----s somebody

Definitions from the Web

Definition:

(noun) The act of expressing disapproval, blame or criticism towards someone or something.

(verb) Present participle of reproach: to express disapproval, blame or criticism towards someone.

Examples:

Noun: After Tom's poor performance, his boss gave him a severe reproaching.

Verb: Mary couldn't help reproaching her friend after he betrayed her trust.

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