Re‐proof″ (r?–pr??f″), n. [OE. reproef. See Proof, Reprove.] 1. Refutation; confutation; contradiction.
2. An expression of blame or censure; especially, blame expressed to the face; censure for a fault; chiding; reproach.
Those best can bear reproof who merit praise. Pope.
Syn. — Admonition; reprehension; chiding; reprimand; rebuke; censure; blame. See Admonition.