Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: reproach
IPA transcription: [ɹipɹ'oʊtʃ]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: reproach
    Meaning: a mild rebuke or criticism; "words of reproach"
  • Synonyms: reproach
    Meaning: disgrace or shame; "he brought reproach upon his family"
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: reproach, upbraid
    Meaning: express criticism towards; "The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior"
Usage examples
  • Reproach me.
  • And yet, could he reproach her?
  • But now he was almost driven to utter reproach.
  • He no more meant reproach to the Hun than to John Dene.
  • But do not reproach the dream itself for this evil content.
  • "I do my best," said Paul coldly, but the reproach cut deep.
  • And as he stood there drearily, he became reproach incarnate.
  • The spectral soldier was at his side like a stalking reproach.
  • "Percinet, Percinet, do not reproach me; I am only too unhappy."
  • That is what I mean to say by the words for which you reproach me."