All 3 Uses of
reproach
in
A Room With A View
- It was not till a late hour that Miss Bartlett had recovered her luggage and could say in her usual tone of gentle reproach: "Well, dear, I at all events am ready for Bedfordshire.†
Chpt 7 *reproach = a criticism; or to express criticism
- "I'd rather," he said reproachfully, "that connected me with the open air."†
Chpt 9reproachfully = in a manner that criticizes
- "If I did not wear my best rags and tatters now, when should I wear them?" said Miss Bartlett reproachfully.†
Chpt 15
Definition:
a criticism; or to express criticism or disappointment -- especially where a relationship makes the disapproval result in disappointment or shame
The expression "beyond reproach" is often used to indicate that one must not only be careful to do everything right, but must be careful not to do anything that might make people suspect they did something wrong. For example, politicians often need to behave in a manner that is beyond reproach.
"Beyond reproach" can also suggest that something is perfect. More rarely, it can also be used to suggest that someone is too powerful or too well-connected to criticize.
"Beyond reproach" can also suggest that something is perfect. More rarely, it can also be used to suggest that someone is too powerful or too well-connected to criticize.