reprehension

pronunciation

How to pronounce reprehension in British English: UK [ˌreprɪ'henʃən]word uk audio image

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  • Noun:
    an act or expression of criticism and censure

Word Origin

reprehension (n.)
late 14c., from Old French reprehension (12c.) or directly from Latin reprehensionem (nominative reprehensio) "blame, a censure, reprimand," literally "a taking again," noun of action from past participle stem of reprehendere (see reprehend).

Example

1. Being reprehensible ; worthy of and deserving reprehension or reproof .
2. The reprehension of practical writings is one of the basic necessities of students reading ability in english course teaching of the occupation and technology education .

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