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
disavowalto deny responsibility for : repudiate
exploitdeed
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
madrigala medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form
credencemental acceptance as true or real
mergerthe absorption of an estate, a contract, or an interest in another, of a minor offense in a greater, or of a cause of action into a judgment
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
gloss_overexplain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults
savoryhaving savor: such as
embroiderto ornament with needlework