reproof
/rɪˈpruːf/
re · proof
rɪ · ˈpruːf
English Definition
n. rebuke; criticism; scolding
Significado en Español
reprobación, reprimenda
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự khiển trách, lời quở trách
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Example Sentence
His father's reproof made him realize his mistake.
父亲的责备让他意识到了自己的错误。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
re-(repeatedly) + proof (evidence) → reproach, blame.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following is a synonym for the word “reproof”?
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A
Praise
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B
Approval
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C
Criticism
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D
Support
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C — Criticism.
“reproof” means n. rebuke; criticism; scolding
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
A sharp ______ from the coach quickly reminded the players to focus.
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A
reward
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B
praise
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C
reproof
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D
compliment
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C — reproof.
“reproof” means n. rebuke; criticism; scolding
Common questions about “reproof”
What does “reproof” mean?
reproof — n. rebuke; criticism; scolding. In Chinese: 责备，训斥.
How do you pronounce “reproof”?
reproof is pronounced /rɪˈpruːf/. It breaks into 2 syllables: re · proof.
How do you use “reproof” in a sentence?
His father's reproof made him realize his mistake. (父亲的责备让他意识到了自己的错误。)
What are synonyms for “reproof”?
rebuke, reprimand, admonition — all close in meaning to reproof (n. rebuke; criticism; scolding).
Is “reproof” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. reproof appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “reproof”?
re-(repeatedly) + proof (evidence) → reproach, blame.
