reprovingly
/ri'pru:viɳli/
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner that expresses disapproval, criticism, or blame for someone's actions or behavior. It conveys a tone of mild or stern correction.
Usage
The adverb "reprovingly" is used to describe how an action, typically speaking or looking, is performed. It modifies verbs to indicate the action is done in a disapproving way. - It is most commonly used with verbs like "speak," "say," "look," "glance," "shake one's head," or "frown." - It describes a tone or manner intended to correct or censure.
Examples
- She looked at the noisy children reprovingly.
- "This is not acceptable behavior," he said reprovingly.
- The teacher shook her head reprovingly when the student arrived late.
- He frowned reprovingly at the suggestion.
Advanced Usage
- Used in formal and literary contexts: "Reprovingly" is more common in written English, literature, or formal descriptions than in casual conversation.
- Implied authority: The person acting reprovingly often holds some position of authority, responsibility, or moral high ground (e.g., a parent, teacher, or senior colleague).
Variants and Related Words
- Reprove (verb): To criticize or correct someone, usually in a gentle or kindly way.
- She reproved him for his careless mistake.
- Reproving (adjective): Expressing disapproval.
- He gave her a reproving glance.
- Reproof (noun): An expression of blame or disapproval.
- His actions drew a sharp reproof from the manager.
Synonyms
- Disapprovingly: In a manner showing disapproval.
- Censoriously: In a severely critical manner.
- Admonishingly: In a manner that warns or advises against fault.
Antonyms
- Approvingly: In a manner showing approval or agreement.
- Encouragingly: In a manner that gives support, confidence, or hope.
- Praisingly: In a manner that expresses warm approval or admiration.
Adverb
- in a reproving or reproachful manner
- she spoke to him reprovingly