noun as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

reproach, censure, remonstrate

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Example Sentences

Example:Her mother’s reproach was aimed at her repeated tardiness.

Definition:a sharp or severe verbal censure; a rebuke.

From reproach

Example:The school board passed a resolution of censure against the teacher for the incident.

Definition:a formal expression of serious disapproval or condemnation, often by a group or authority.

From censure

Example:He remonstrated with the manager about the unfair treatment he received at work.

Definition:to speak in protest or disparagement of something considered to be wrong or improper; to protest.

From remonstrate