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reproach

IPA /rɪˈprəʊtʃ/

An expression or feeling of blame and disappointment directed at someone because of something they have done wrong.

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There was reproach in her voice when she mentioned my broken promise.

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censure

IPA /ˈsenʃə(r)/

Strong criticism that expresses serious disapproval of someone's behaviour, especially when it comes from an official group or authority.

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The club faced public censure after leaving its shared garden neglected.

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