reproachful

• Qui exprime un reproche, une désapprobation ou une déception à l'égard des actions ou du comportement de quelqu'un.

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.

   qui exprime un reproche

   • 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.

   Synonymescensoriouscondemningcriticaldisapprovingjudgmentalreprovingscolding

   Antonymescomplimentarylaudatorypraising