reproved

Meanings

• Verb

  To censure or rebuke, to reprimand or criticize.

• Verb

  To condemn or disapprove of, to find fault with.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with reproved
prove , glove , love , dove

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Variants

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reprove , reproved , reprover , reprovers , reproves , reproving , reprovingly

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Etymology

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The word 'reprove' comes from the Old French word 'reprover', which means 'to reproach' or 'to rebuke'. It is related to the Latin word 'probo', which means 'to test' or 'to approve'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'reprove' is often used in religious contexts to refer to the act of rebuking or correcting someone's behavior.

2. In the Bible, the book of Proverbs contains many verses about the importance of reproving others when necessary.

3. The word 'reprove' is also used in science to describe the process of testing or verifying the accuracy of a hypothesis or theory.

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Related Concepts

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1. Censure: The act of expressing disapproval or criticism, often formal and public.

2. Rebuke: A formal expression of disapproval or criticism, often given as a warning or punishment.

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Culture

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The word 'reprove' has been used extensively in literature and art to depict scenes of criticism, rebuke, and condemnation. For example, in Shakespeare's play 'Othello', Iago reproves Othello for his trust in Desdemona, leading him to jealousy and ultimately to tragic consequences.

How to Memorize "reproved"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of reproving someone, such as shaking your finger and frowning. Imagine the situation in which you would use the word, such as reprimanding a child or criticizing a colleague.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'reprove' with the idea of criticism or disapproval. Remember that it means to find fault with or to censure someone.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter of each definition: 'R' is for rebuke, 'C' is for criticize. This can help you remember the meanings of the word.

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