Synonyms of reproofs

reproofs

noun

plural of reproof

as in reprimands

an often public or formal expression of disapproval

even in church we were not free from Mother's familiar reproof of our ingrained tendency to fidget in our seats

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reprimands
• condemnations
• censures
• rebukes
• denunciations
• reproaches
• criticisms
• excoriations
• punishments
• lectures
• strictures
• comminations
• remonstrances
• chastisements
• riot acts
• admonitions
• admonishments
• objurgations
• castigations
• lessons
• scoldings
• damnations
• tongue-lashings
• disparagements
• lashes
• raps
• depreciations
• pans
• deprecations
• dressing-downs
• talking-tos
• devils
• businesses
• belittlements

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• indorsements
• citations
• commendations
• endorsements
• honors
• tributes
• acclamations
• praises
• sanctions
• plaudits
• eulogies
• encomiums
• blessings
• approvals
• panegyrics
• encomia