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Added 9 October 2026

reproach

/ɹɪˈpɹəʊtʃ/ noun

In Latin: opprobrō Wiktionary

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about reproach at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A mild rebuke or criticism.
words of reproach
Disgrace or shame.
he brought reproach upon his family

verb

Express criticism towards.
The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior

Origin

From Middle English reprochen, from Old French reprochier (Modern French reprocher).

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