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Reproach

//ɹɪˈpɹoʊt͡ʃ// noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A mild rebuke, or an implied criticism. countable, uncountable

    "My father made no reproach in his letters and only took notice of my science by inquiring into my occupations more particularly than before."

  2. 2
    a mild rebuke or criticism wordnet
  3. 3
    Disgrace or shame. countable, uncountable
  4. 4
    disgrace or shame wordnet
  5. 5
    An object of scorn. countable
Verb
  1. 1
    To criticize or rebuke (someone). transitive

    "if ye be reproached for the name of Christ"

  2. 2
    express criticism towards wordnet
  3. 3
    To disgrace, or bring shame upon. transitive

    "I thought your marriage fit; else imputation, / For that he knew you, might reproach your life."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Middle English reprochen, from Old French reprochier (Modern French reprocher).

Etymology 2

From Middle English reprochen, from Old French reprochier (Modern French reprocher).

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