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reproval

[ ri-proo-vuh l ]

/ rɪˈpru vəl /

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noun

the act of reproving.

a reproof.

Origin of reproval

First recorded in 1840–50; reprove + -al²

Words nearby reproval

reproductive systems, reprographics, reprography, reproof, reprovable, reproval, reprove, rept, rept., reptant, reptile

Example sentences from the Web for reproval

"Why, nothin' could be plainer than her words," said Mrs. Flagg in a tone of reproval.

The Life of Nancy |Sarah Orne Jewett
How many cold shower-baths of reproval have I already received; how many unruly things have I already done!

The Sunny Side of Diplomatic Life, 1875-1912 |Lillie DeHegermann-Lindencrone
It was reproval; but tender reproval, mixed with mild amazement.

The Poor Little Rich Girl |Eleanor Gates
Father Dominico cast a look half of fright, half of reproval upon his guest.

The Three Partners |Bret Harte

He can drown down the voice of missionaries, and they are halting in reproval.

A Cursory History of Swearing |Julian Sharman