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reprovingly

 

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Adverbial reprovingly has 1 sense
  1. reprovingly, reproachfully - in a reproving or reproachful manner; "she spoke to him reprovingly"
    Derived from adjective reproving1

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Term: Reprovingly

Definition:

Adverb - in a manner that expresses disapproval or criticism.

Senses:

1. To show disapproval or criticism.

2. To scold someone in a disapproving manner.

Examples:

1. She looked at him reprovingly, disapproving of his behavior.

2. The teacher spoke reprovingly to the students for not completing their assignments.

3. "You shouldn't have done that," he said reprovingly to his sibling.

4. She shook her head reprovingly, indicating that she did not agree with their decision.

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