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

WordMeaning
isthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas
ferociousexhibiting or given to extreme fierceness and unrestrained violence and brutality
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant
halefree from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound
chauvinistan attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex
couriermessenger
autonomoushaving the right or power of self-government
arraignto call (a defendant) before a court to answer to an indictment : charge
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
acclaimapplaud