GRE Word List
REPROVE
to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
The meaning of the word reprove is to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| countenance | look |
| mollycoddle | to treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention |
| sleeper | one that sleeps |
| innocuous | producing no injury : harmless |
| abject | sunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe |
| reminiscent | of the character of or relating to reminiscence |
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| limn | to draw or paint on a surface |
| subpoena | a writ commanding a person designated in it to appear in court under a penalty for failure |
| mishap | an unfortunate accident |