Definitions

1. verb

to express disapproval or criticism of someone or something

“The teacher reprimanded the student for misbehaving in class.”

2. verb

to convince someone of the wrongness of their behavior or opinion

“Her conscience reprimanded her for lying to her parents.”

3. noun

an act or expression of disapproval or criticism

“The reproof of her teacher had a lasting impact on her confidence.”

4. noun

a person or thing that reproves or criticizes

“The reproof of the teacher was a harsh but necessary lesson.”