reproof
n[C, U]
(fml 文) (remark, etc expressing) blame or disapproval 责备; 非难; 责备的话语等
administer a stern reproof 给予严厉的斥责
conduct deserving a stern reproof 应该受到严厉斥责的行为
Tom swept up the broken glass without a word of reproof to his son. 汤姆把碎玻璃扫乾净, 没说一句责备儿子的话.
🗣️ 情景例句
Ginger ale with lots of ice for me, thank you.
姜汁,多加些冰块,谢谢。
Falsehood like a nettle stings those who meddle with it.
谎言似荨麻,玩弄会刺手。
After a long period of rain the river may overflow its banks.