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reproach

//rɪˈprəʊtʃ//
English Definition
To express disapproval; blame.
中文释义
责备;指摘
Example Sentence

The archaeologist's careful excavation methods drew no reproach from the review committee, which praised her thoroughness.

考古学家细致的发掘方法没有受到审查委员会的责备,反而因其彻底性而受到赞扬。

Synonyms
Antonyms
praise approve
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
re + proach(靠近) → 当面数落。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “reproach”?

  1. A Use (effort, power)
  2. B To explain or make something clear by using examples or pictures
  3. C To express disapproval; blame.
  4. D To force or limit someone or something to certain actions or conditions.
Show answer

C — To express disapproval; blame.. “reproach” means To express disapproval; blame..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “To express disapproval; blame.”?

  1. A constrain
  2. B illustrate
  3. C reproach
  4. D exert
Show answer

C — reproach. “reproach” means To express disapproval; blame..

Common questions about “reproach”

What does “reproach” mean?

reproach — To express disapproval; blame.. In Chinese: 责备;指摘.

How do you pronounce “reproach”?

reproach is pronounced //rɪˈprəʊtʃ//.

How is “reproach” used in a sentence?

The archaeologist's careful excavation methods drew no reproach from the review committee, which praised her thoroughness. (考古学家细致的发掘方法没有受到审查委员会的责备,反而因其彻底性而受到赞扬。)

What are synonyms for “reproach”?

blame, rebuke, criticize — all close in meaning to reproach (To express disapproval; blame.).

What is the opposite of “reproach”?

praise, approve — each the opposite of reproach (To express disapproval; blame.).

Is “reproach” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. reproach is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “reproach”?

re + proach(靠近) → 当面数落。

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