reproachful

• Missbilligung oder Enttäuschung über das Verhalten oder Handeln einer Person ausdrückend; vorwurfsvoll.

Expressing disapproval or disappointment in someone's actions or behavior.

1. Expressing blame or criticismC1formal

   Showing or conveying disapproval, disappointment, or criticism, often with the intention of correcting someone's behavior.

   Vorwurfsvoll

   • She gave him a reproachful look after he forgot their anniversary.
   • His reproachful tone made her feel guilty for being late.
   • The teacher's reproachful words motivated the student to work harder.

   Synonymecensoriouscondemningcriticaldisapprovingjudgmentalreprovingscolding

   Antonymecomplimentarylaudatorypraising