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Meaning of reproachful
The primary meaning of "reproachful" is expressing or feeling disapproval or criticism.
Etymology of reproachful
The word "reproachful" originates from the verb "reproach," which comes from the Old French "reprocher," meaning to blame or criticize, derived from "re-" (again, back) and "procher" (to accuse), ultimately from the Latin "reprochare" (to accuse or blame)
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe expressions or feelings of disapproval, criticism, or blame
Synonyms
critical
disapproving
condemnatory
censorious
reproving
admonitory
deprecatory
disparaging
denunciatory
castigatory
chastening
upbraiding
objurgatory
expostulatory
remonstrative
chiding
scolding
rebuking
reprimanding
admonishing
reproachful
faultfinding
captious
carping
caviling
querulous
plaintive
lamenting
regretful
sorrowful
melancholic
dismal
gloomy
dejected
despondent
disheartened
discouraged
depressed
Definitions
- Expressing or feeling disapproval or criticism, typically in a displeased or disappointed manner
- * Having or showing a sense of guilt or shame for something done or not done
Usage Examples
- She gave him a reproachful look for forgetting their anniversary
- * The teacher's reproachful tone made the student feel guilty for not completing the homework
- * The community was reproachful of the company's decision to pollute the environment
Antonyms
approving
commendatory
praising
laudatory
flattering
complimentary
encouraging
supportive
positive
upbeat
optimistic
cheerful
enthusiastic
applauding
acclamatory
eulogistic
panegyric
admiring
respectful
deferential
courteous
polite
considerate
thoughtful
tolerant
forgiving
lenient
permissive
condoning
excusing
justifying
vindicating