reproach
/rɪˈprəʊtʃ/ · /rɪˈproʊtʃ/
CEFR level C1Topic EmotionWord #6258 in the learning path
责备；指责
Definitions
v. Express disappointment or criticism about someone's actions
责备；指责
n. An expression of disappointment or criticism
责备；责备的话
Example
She reproached her brother for leaving the gate open.
她责备弟弟没有关好大门。
Teachers should offer constructive guidance rather than reproach students for mistakes made during the learning process.
教师应给予建设性的指导，而不是责备学生在学习过程中犯的错误。
Collocations
- reproach someone for
- beyond reproach
- a look of reproach
Word family
- reproachful (adj.)
- reproachfully (adv.)
Synonyms
- criticize
- rebuke
Antonyms
- praise
Usage tip
责备某人做某事：reproach sb for doing sth。
FAQ
- What does reproach mean?
- Express disappointment or criticism about someone's actions An expression of disappointment or criticism
- How is reproach pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈprəʊtʃ/, US /rɪˈproʊtʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
