Synonyms of reprehension
22 similar words
Another word for reprehension is blame. Other synonyms of reprehension are critique, condemning, disapproval, damnation and censure.
Synonyms and similar words for reprehension
nounThe act, or an expression, of criticism, censure or condemnation; reprimand.
- admonishmentThe act of admonishing.
- censureThe act of blaming, criticizing, or condemning as wrong; reprehension.
- dispraiseBlame; reproach; disapproval; criticism.
- blameCensure.
- condemnation
- condemningCondemnation.
- damnationThe state of being damned; condemnation; openly expressed disapprobation.
- disapprobationAn act or expression of condemnation or disapproval, especially on moral grounds.
- disapprovalThe act of disapproving; condemnation.
- improbationDisapproval.
- brickbatting figurativelyThe act of assailing with (sharp) criticism.
- castigationSevere criticism.
- onus
- chastisementThe act of chastising; rebuke; punishment.
- criticism
- critiqueThe art of criticism.
- panningThorough criticism.
- vituperationThe act of vituperating; severely blaming or censuring.
- attainder archaicA stain; a state of dishonour or condemnation.
- attainture obsoleteA state of being found guilty of an offence.
- attaintment archaicAttainder, attainture; conviction.
- discommendation archaicBlame; censure; reproach; shunning.
Meaning of reprehension
- noun The act, or an expression, of criticism, censure or condemnation; reprimand.
reprehension in other languages
Questions about synonyms of reprehension
- What is another word for reprehension?
- Reprehension has 22 synonyms on Word.ws, such as blame, critique, condemning, disapproval, damnation, censure, chastisement and admonishment.
- What does reprehension mean?
- Reprehension means the act, or an expression, of criticism, censure or condemnation; reprimand.
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