re·prov·al

[ri-proo-vuhl]
noun
1.
the act of reproving.
2.
a reproof.

Origin:
1840–50; reprove + -al2

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reproof or reproval (rɪˈpruːf, rɪˈpruːvəl) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
an act or expression of rebuke or censure
 
[C14 reproffe, from Old French reprove, from Late Latin reprobāre to disapprove of; see reprobate]
 
reproval or reproval
 
n
 
[C14 reproffe, from Old French reprove, from Late Latin reprobāre to disapprove of; see reprobate]

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Reproval is always a great word to know.
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a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
Example sentences
The reproval was imposed as a result of his failure to perform legal services competently or communicate with a client.
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