Literary notes about reproving (AI summary)
In literature, "reproving" functions as a versatile tool for conveying criticism, disapproval, or moral admonishment. It can articulate a character’s internal self-censure or serve as a direct rebuke from one character to another, as when a tone of scorn is conveyed through a look or spoken word ([1], [2], [3]). Authors frequently invoke the notion of a reproving conscience or voice to highlight momentary lapses in behavior and to prompt reflection on moral shortcomings ([4], [5]). This layered usage, from subtle corrective glances to explicit verbal rebukes ([6], [7]), enriches character interactions and imbues the narrative with ethical depth.
- "The bold Captain, reproving the silly chatter of his subordinates ," "I like that!" said Jimmy, indignant.
— from The Enchanted Castle by E. (Edith) Nesbit - The little tots, very much interested and startled, faced about, but Alice looked like a little reproving angel.
— from The Spread Eagle and Other Stories by Gouverneur Morris - "It was my turn now to bestow a reproving look.
— from Tales of Destiny by Edmund Mitchell - {22} Life, with its thousand voices wailing and exulting, reproving and exalting, is calling upon you. Arouse, and gird yourself for the race.
— from The Golden Gems of Life; Or, Gathered Jewels for the Home Circle by Emory Adams Allen - You can make repentance deeper far By your sad, reproving eyes, Your sorrowful, troubled eyes.
— from Poems of Power by Ella Wheeler Wilcox - but with mine compare thou thine own state, And thou shalt find it merits not reproving;
— from Shakespeare's Sonnets by William Shakespeare - Do you remember reproving me for taking the household into my confidence on the subject?” “Yes.”
— from The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie
