Reprove (verb)

1. To criticize or reprimand someone for their behavior or actions.
2. To express disapproval or disappointment in someone or something.

Origin:

From the prefix re- ("again") and the verb prove ("to show or demonstrate something to be true or false").

Examples:

1. The teacher reproved the student for not paying attention in class.
2. The manager reproved the employee for being late to work.
3. The parent reproved the child for not doing their homework.
4. He reproved his friend for not keeping their promise.
5. The critic reproved the author for not providing enough evidence in the book.