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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boundfastened by or as if by a band : confined
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
primpto dress, adorn, or arrange in a careful or finicky manner
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rostruman ancient Roman platform for public orators
puerilejuvenile