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
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
censoriousmarked by or given to censure (see censure
authoritarianof, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
nethersituated down or below : lower
fruitfulyielding or producing fruit
trimto remove by or as if by cutting
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter