reproofs
Words of censure
Reproofs are expressions of blame or disapproval for a fault or mistake.
The word is formal and somewhat literary, more likely found in religious texts or older writing than in everyday speech: The teacher's gentle reproofs helped correct the student's behavior.
A reproof is milder than a rebuke but more pointed than mere criticism.
Criticizes sharply for wrongdoing
- admonishmentsCautionary verbal corrections
- reprimandsFormal expressions of disapproval
- scoldingsSharp verbal criticisms
- censuresFormally expresses strong disapproval
criticisms · upbraidings · lectures · tellings-off · dressings-down · castigations · remonstrances · reproaches
Express sharp disapproval
- chastisementFormal scolding or correction
- correctionFixing of mistakes
- admonitionMild verbal correction
- exhortationUrgent persuasive appeal
sermon · homily · lesson · guidance · counsel · remonstrance · entreaty · appeal
Formally expresses strong disapproval
- condemnationsFormal expressions of strong disapproval
- denunciationsFormal accusations or criticisms
- disapprovalsExpressions of negative judgment
- stricturesLimiting rules or criticisms
indictments · judgments · pronouncements · rulings · verdicts · sanctions · penalties · admonitions
rebukes
Criticizes sharply for wrongdoing
- admonishmentsCautionary verbal corrections
- reprimandsFormal expressions of disapproval
- scoldingsSharp verbal criticisms
censures · criticisms · upbraidings · lectures · tellings-off · dressings-down · castigations · remonstrances · reproaches · beratings
rebuke
Express sharp disapproval
- chastisementFormal scolding or correction
- correctionFixing of mistakes
- admonitionMild verbal correction
exhortation · sermon · homily · lesson · guidance · counsel · remonstrance · entreaty · appeal · injunction
censures
Formally expresses strong disapproval
- condemnationsFormal expressions of strong disapproval
- denunciationsFormal accusations or criticisms
- disapprovalsExpressions of negative judgment
strictures · indictments · judgments · pronouncements · rulings · verdicts · sanctions · penalties · admonitions · disciplinary actions
- protestsprotest, demonstration, protest march, demonstrations, rallies
- restrictionsban, bans, limits, limit, restrictions
reproofscompliments
Expressions of admiration
praise · commendations · accolades · plaudits · approbation
reproofsencouragements
Expressions of support
affirmations · endorsements · validations · approvals · blessings