Reproval Synonyms

34 reproval synonyms include rebuke, reprimand, berating, reproach, upbraiding, dressing down, talking-to, admonishment, affliction, and berating. Reproval is a noun, and its antonyms are praise and approval. Here are some additional synonyms for "reproval" with example sentences.

Another word for Reproval

34 other ways to say reproval.

1. rebuke

  • upbraiding  
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  • talking-to  
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  • reproach
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  • reprimand
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  • rebuke  
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  • dressing down  
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  • berating  
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2. admonishment

  • upbraiding  
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  • tongue-lashing  
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  • scolding  
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  • row  
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  • repulse
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  • reproof
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  • reprehension  
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  • remonstrance  
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  • refusal  
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  • rating  
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  • rap  
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  • put down  
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  • ostracism  
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  • objurgation  
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  • lesson
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  • lecture  
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  • going-over  
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  • expostulation  
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  • earful
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  • correction  
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  • comeuppance  
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  • chiding  
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  • castigation  
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  • blame
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  • berating  
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  • affliction  
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  • admonishment  
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Use reproval in a Sentence

A look of reproval passed over her face.

Even a soft reproval can correct bad behavior.

Her tone carried a hint of reproval.

reproval from peers made him reconsider his stance.

She spoke with quiet reproval after the mistake.

The teacher’s reproval silenced the noisy class.