reprehension

/ˌrɛprɪˈhɛnʃən/
noun
  1. Strong criticism or disapproval of someone's actions or behavior.
    • The teacher's reprehension of the student's cheating was firm but fair.
    • He faced public reprehension after the scandal was revealed.
    • Her reprehension of the company's unethical practices earned her respect.
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