reproach

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   a mild rebuke or criticism

   words of reproach

2. 2
   noun

   disgrace or shame

   The clan brought reproach upon their tribe.

3. 3
   verb

   express criticism towards

   The president reproached the general for their irresponsible behavior.

4. 4
   noun

   A mild rebuke, or an implied criticism.

   My father made no reproach in his letters and only took notice of my science by inquiring into my occupations more particularly than before.

5. 5
   verb

   To criticize or rebuke (someone).

   if ye be reproached for the name of Christ

6. 6
   verb

   To disgrace, or bring shame upon.

   I thought your marriage fit; else imputation, / For that he knew you, might reproach your life.

7. 7
   noun

   Disgrace or shame.

8. 8
   noun

   An object of scorn.

Etymology

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