1. Observation.
2. Critique.
1. A serious examination and judgment of something; SYN. critique.
2. A written evaluation of a work of literature; SYN. literary criticism.
3. Disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings; SYN. unfavorable judgment.
ETYM French reproche. Related to Reproach.
(Irregular plural: reproaches).
1. A mild rebuke or criticism.
2. Disgrace or shame.
ETYM Old Eng. reproef. Related to Proof, Reprove.
1. An expression of blame or censure; especially, censure for a fault; chiding; reproach.
2. Refutation; confutation; contradiction.