verb
reprove
Reprove (verb) means to express disapproval.
verb
1
To express disapproval.
2
To criticise, rebuke, or reprimand (someone), usually in a gentle and kind tone.
3
To deny or reject (as a feeling, behaviour, action, etc.).
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Etymology
From Middle English repreven, reproven, from Anglo-Norman reprover, Middle French reprouver, from Latin reprobāre. Doublet of reprobate.
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What is the meaning of reprove?
"reprove" (verb) means to express disapproval.
What are the different meanings of reprove?
"reprove" has 3 main meanings: 1. To express disapproval; 2. To criticise, rebuke, or reprimand (someone), usually in a gentle and kind tone; 3. To deny or reject (as a feeling, behaviour, action, etc.).