Pronunciation: /rɪˈpruf/
noun an expression of blame or disapproval
A1 The teacher gave a gentle reproof to the student for not completing their homework.
A2 He received a reproof from his boss for being late to work.
B1 The manager's reproof was harsh but necessary to improve employee performance.
B2 She accepted the reproof gracefully and promised to do better in the future.
C1 The reproof from the board of directors led to significant changes in the company's policies.
C2 His reproof of the government's handling of the crisis was met with both praise and criticism.
verb None
A1 The teacher gently reproved the student for talking during class.
A2 The manager reproved the employee for not completing the task on time.
B1 The coach reproved the player for not following the team's strategy.
B2 The supervisor reproved the staff member for repeatedly coming in late.
C1 The judge reproved the lawyer for making inappropriate remarks in court.
C2 The CEO reproved the executive for mishandling the company's finances.
adjective None
A1 She gave him a reproof look when he arrived late to the meeting.
A2 The teacher's reproof tone made the students realize they had misbehaved.
B1 His reproof comments were meant to correct their behavior and improve their performance.
B2 The manager's reproof attitude towards the team's mistakes was seen as harsh by some employees.
C1 The reproof letter from the board highlighted the need for better communication within the company.
C2 Her reproof stance on ethical issues earned her respect among her colleagues.
adverb None
A1 She gave him a gentle reproof for forgetting their anniversary.
A2 The teacher's reproof was met with a sheepish apology from the student.
B1 His reproof of her behavior was met with anger and defensiveness.
B2 The manager's reproof of the employee's mistake was firm but fair.
C1 The reproof from the board of directors led to the CEO's resignation.
C2 Her reproof of his unethical actions was scathing and unforgettable.
pronoun None
A1 She gave him a reproof for not cleaning his room.
A2 The teacher's reproof made the student realize his mistake.
B1 His reproof was gentle yet effective in correcting the behavior of his colleagues.
B2 The manager's reproof was harsh but necessary to maintain discipline in the workplace.
C1 Her reproof was delivered with such eloquence that it left everyone in awe.
C2 The reproof from the board of directors was a wake-up call for the CEO to improve company performance.
preposition None
A1 She gave him a reproof for being late.
A2 The teacher's reproof made the student realize his mistake.
B1 His reproof of her behavior was met with silence.
B2 The manager's reproof was delivered in a calm but firm manner.
C1 The reproof from her boss caused her to reevaluate her work ethic.
C2 His reproof of the company's unethical practices led to significant changes in policy.
conjunction None
A1 I made a mistake, and I accepted the reproof.
A2 She received a reproof for not following the rules.
B1 The teacher gave him a reproof for talking during class.
B2 Despite the reproof, he continued to behave inappropriately.
C1 The manager's reproof was stern but fair.
C2 Her reproof was delivered with a sense of disappointment.
interjection None
A1 Reproof! Don't touch that hot stove.
A2 Reproof! You shouldn't talk with your mouth full.
B1 Reproof! Please don't interrupt others when they are speaking.
B2 Reproof! It's not polite to raise your voice in a discussion.
C1 Reproof! I expect better behavior from someone of your age.
C2 Reproof! Your actions are unacceptable and must be addressed immediately.
article None
A1 The teacher gave a gentle reproof to the student for talking in class.
A2 She received a reproof from her boss for not meeting the deadline.
B1 The manager's reproof was a wake-up call for the team to improve their performance.
B2 The reproof he received from his mentor motivated him to work harder and improve his skills.
C1 The reproof from the board of directors highlighted the need for better financial management.
C2 Her reproof of the government's policies was met with both praise and criticism from the public.
formal The teacher gave a gentle reproof to the student for not completing the assignment on time.
informal My mom always gives me a reproof when I forget to take out the trash.
slang I got a reproof from my boss for being late to work again.
figurative The reproof from her friends made her realize she needed to make some changes in her life.
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