English noun: reproach | |||
| 1. | reproach (communication) a mild rebuke or criticism | ||
| Samples | Words of reproach. | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | rebuke, reprehension, reprimand, reproof, reproval | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | blame, rap, self-reproach, self-reproof | ||
| 2. | reproach (state) disgrace or shame | ||
| Samples | He brought reproach upon his family. | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | disgrace, ignominy, shame | ||
English verb: reproach | |||
| 1. | reproach (communication) express criticism towards | ||
| Samples | The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior. | ||
| Synonyms | upbraid | ||
| Pattern of use | Somebody ----s somebody | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | accuse, criminate, impeach, incriminate | ||