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reprehension

[rep-ri-hen-shuhn] / ˌrɛp rɪˈhɛn ʃən /


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He has maintained his position despite reprehension from his colleagues, his political party and even members of his family.

From New York Times ● Jun. 23, 2022

The latest developments and move by Putin were met with reprehension by many countries around the world.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 22, 2022

And yet after three weeks of reprehension — Helen was short, Ralph cool, even the girls seemed wary of her — she began to feel her attitude weakening.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen

And in complete accordance with the spirit of these, all, who, since the sixteenth century, have attempted to impugn S. Peter's prerogatives, have rested their chief effort on the exaggeration and distortion of this reprehension.

From St. Peter, His Name and His Office As set forth in holy scripture by Thomas W. Allies

Are comment, criticism, rebuke, reflection, reprehension, and reproof expressed or not?

From English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by James Champlin Fernald


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