Reprehend – Express strong disapproval
(Pronounced reh-pri-hend)
To remember the definition of the word reprehend, use the following mnemonic:
The rep was apprehended (reprehend) for selling dangerous goods. The judge expressed strong disapproval and sent him to jail.
Examples of reprehend in a sentence
Since I didn’t finish the project, I’m sure my boss is going to reprehend me over my lack of effort.
Who are we to reprehend others about their mistakes when we’re not perfect ourselves?
When the teacher decided she needed to reprehend the misbehaving student, she asked the young man to step into the hall.
