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.

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WordMeaning
plutocracygovernment by the wealthy
ballasta heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine)
constraintthe act of constraining
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
vigoractive bodily or mental strength or force
irresoluteuncertain how to act or proceed : vacillating
renegeto go back on a promise or commitment