reproach

noun

1. (countable, uncountable)A mild rebuke, or an implied criticism.

   “My father made no reproach in his letters and only took notice of my science by inquiring into my occupations more particularly than before.”

2. (countable, uncountable)Disgrace or shame.
3. (countable)An object of scorn.

verb

1. (transitive)To criticize or rebuke (someone).

   “if ye be reproached for the name of Christ”

   “this new commer, Shame, There sit not, and reproach us as unclean.”

   “Mezentius […] with his ardour warmed / His fainting friends, reproached their shameful flight, / Repelled the victors.”

2. (transitive)To disgrace, or bring shame upon.

   “I thought your marriage fit; else imputation, / For that he knew you, might reproach your life.”