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Reproachful

usgb/rɪˈprəʊtʃfl/Volume
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Emotional Subtext

Implies the speaker is emotionally affected by the subject's actions, and can feel hurt or let down.

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His mother's reproachful eyes told him he'd crossed a line.
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Beyond Words

'Reproachful' can be conveyed through body language, not just spoken or written words.

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A silent, reproachful stare was all she offered when he arrived an hour late.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Some cultures may consider a reproachful attitude disrespectful, especially towards elders or superiors.

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In his community, giving a reproachful reply to an elder was unthinkable.
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