■ verb
1》 express to (someone) one's disapproval of or disappointment in their actions.
2》 ( ~ someone with ) accuse someone of.
■ noun
1》 an expression of disapproval or disappointment.
2》 ( Reproaches ) (in the Roman Catholic Church) a set of antiphons and responses for Good Friday representing the ~es of Christ to his people.
Phrases
above (or beyond ) ~ such that no criticism can be made; perfect.
Derivatives
~able adjective
~er noun
~ing adjective
~ingly adverb
Origin
ME: from OFr. reprochier (v.), from a base meaning 'bring back close', based on L. prope 'near'.