reprovingly

• Adverbe décrivant une action accomplie avec une expression de critique ou de désapprobation, souvent dans l'intention de corriger le comportement de quelqu'un.

An adverb describing an action done in a manner that expresses criticism or disapproval, often with the intent to correct someone's behavior.

1. In a critical or disapproving mannerC1formal

   In a way that expresses criticism or disapproval, often gently or mildly.

   avec reproche

   • She looked at him reprovingly when he interrupted the speaker.
   • The teacher spoke reprovingly to the student who was late.
   • He shook his head reprovingly at the child's behavior.

   Synonymescriticallydisapprovinglyrebukinglyreproachfully

   Antonymesadmiringlyapprovingly