n. [ OE. reproef. See Proof, Reprove. ] 1. Refutation; confutation; contradiction. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
2. An expression of blame or censure; especially, blame expressed to the face; censure for a fault; chiding; reproach. [ 1913 Webster ]
Those best can bear reproof who merit praise. Pope. [ 1913 Webster ]
Syn. -- Admonition; reprehension; chiding; reprimand; rebuke; censure; blame. See Admonition. [ 1913 Webster ]