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reproach vs self-reproach

self-reproach vs reproach

reproach and self-reproach both are nouns.

reproach is a verb but self-reproach is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reproach Yes No Yes No
self-reproach Yes No No No
As nouns, self-reproach is a hyponym of reproach; that is, self-reproach is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than reproach:
  • reproach: a mild rebuke or criticism
  • self-reproach: the act of blaming yourself
Other hyponyms of reproach include self-reproof, blame, rap.
reproach (noun) self-reproach (noun)
a mild rebuke or criticism the act of blaming yourself
disgrace or shame a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
reproach (verb) self-reproach (verb)
express criticism towards
Difference between reproach and self-reproach

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