All 4 Uses of
reprove
in
The Chrysalids
- I know,' said Aunt Harriet's voice, accepting the reproof in my mother's tone, but I had to, Emily.†
Chpt 7
- I had everything ready,' she told me reprovingly.†
Chpt 12
- Her eyes dwelt reprovingly and curiously on the white-suited figure.†
Chpt 17
- She perceived our confusion, and shook her head reprovingly.
Chpt 17 *reprovingly = in a critical manner
Definition:
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(reprove) express disapproval or criticism -- typically in a mild manner & sometimes even in a friendly manner