Reproof

Part of speech: noun (n.)

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.

Synonyms: Admonition; reprehension; chiding; reprimand; rebuke; censure; blame. See Admonition.