reproach
noun
1. a mild rebuke or criticism
- words of reproach
Definition categories: communication, rebuke, reprehension, reprimand, reproof, reproval
2. disgrace or shame
- he brought reproach upon his family
verb
1. express criticism towards
- The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior
Similar word(s): upbraid
Definition categories: communication, accuse, criminate, impeach, incriminate