Reproachful

Pronunciation: /rɪˈproʊtʃfəl/

Definitions of reproachful

adjective expressing disapproval or disappointment

Example Sentences

A1 She gave him a reproachful look when he forgot their anniversary.

A2 The teacher's reproachful tone made the student feel guilty for not doing their homework.

B1 His reproachful words made her realize the impact of her actions.

B2 The CEO's reproachful glare silenced the room during the meeting.

C1 The judge's reproachful remarks highlighted the seriousness of the crime.

C2 Her reproachful expression conveyed her disappointment in his behavior.

Examples of reproachful in a Sentence

formal She shot him a reproachful look when he arrived late to the meeting.

informal My mom gave me a reproachful glare when she saw the mess in my room.

slang He gave me a reproachful side-eye when I accidentally spilled my drink on him.

figurative The old painting seemed to cast a reproachful gaze on anyone who dared to touch it.

Grammatical Forms of reproachful

• past tense: reproached
• plural: reproachfuls
• comparative: more reproachful
• superlative: most reproachful
• present tense: reproaches
• future tense: will reproach
• perfect tense: have reproached
• continuous tense: is reproaching
• singular: reproachful
• positive degree: reproachful
• infinitive: to reproach
• gerund: reproaching
• participle: reproaching

Origin and Evolution of reproachful

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'reproachful' originated from Middle English 'reprocheful', which was derived from Old French 'reprocheful' and ultimately from Latin 'reprobrare' meaning 'to reproach'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'reproachful' has retained its core meaning of expressing disapproval or criticism towards someone or something, but its usage may have evolved to encompass a wider range of contexts and nuances in modern English.