Meaning ofreprovein English

Verb

1. to express disapproval (of someone's actions)
   The teacher will reprove the student for cheating on the exam.
2. to gently criticise or rebuke someone
   Her parents will gently reprove her for staying out too late.
3. to deny or reject (a feeling or behaviour)
   She will reprove her own tendency to procrastinate.
4. to scold or rebuke in a kind tone
   The manager will gently reprove the employee for being late again.