Definitions

1. noun

the act of expressing disapproval or criticism, often officially, especially in the form of a formal statement or decision

“The company received a reproval from the government for its environmental record.”

2. noun

a reprimand or a mild form of punishment

“The teacher gave the student a reproval for talking out of turn during class.”

3. verb

to express disapproval or criticism, especially officially

“The government reproved the company for its actions.”