reproves

/R IY0 P R UW1 V Z/
verb
  1. 1

    (transitive) To criticise, rebuke, or reprimand (someone), usually in a gentle and kind tone.

  2. 2

    (intransitive) To express disapproval.

  3. 3

    (transitive) To deny or reject (as a feeling, behaviour, action, etc.).

  4. 4

    (transitive) To prove again.