Meaning of the word reprove in English

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reprove

US /rɪˈpruːv/
UK /rɪˈpruːv/

Verb

1.

to tell someone that you disapprove of their bad or silly behavior:

Example:
The teacher gently reproved the boys for not paying attention.
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