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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| sanguine | marked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic |
| blurt | to utter abruptly and impulsively |
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| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
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