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reproval Synonyms

Another word for reproval

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The act of reproving, or an expression of blame, censure, or disapproval.

Usage Example

"The committee issued a stern reproof following the disclosure of the financial irregularities."

Strongest
reproof
reprimand
rebuke
censure
admonition
reproach
Strong
chastisement
disapproval
condemnation
castigation

Opposites of reproval

The opposite of reproval shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

approval
commendation
praise
approbation
endorsement
acclaim
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Reproval. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/reproval
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