Re*proof" (r?-pr??f"), n. [OE.
reproef. See Proof, Reprove.] 1.
Refutation; confutation; contradiction. [Obs.]
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.