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
infinitesimalimmeasurably or incalculably small
replicaan exact reproduction (as of a painting) executed by the original artist
innocuousproducing no injury : harmless
precursorone that precedes and indicates the approach of another
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
spliceto unite (two ropes or two parts of a rope) by interweaving the strands
conjectureinference formed without proof or sufficient evidence
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
coercionthe act, process, or power of coercing