The difference between Reproach and Take to task

When used as verbs, reproach means to criticize or rebuke someone, whereas take to task means to lecture, berate, admonish, or hold somebody accountable for his or her actions.


Reproach is also noun with the meaning: a mild rebuke, or an implied criticism.

check bellow for the other definitions of Reproach and Take to task

  1. Reproach as a noun:

    A mild rebuke, or an implied criticism.

  2. Reproach as a noun:

    Disgrace or shame.

  1. Reproach as a verb:

    To criticize or rebuke someone.

  2. Reproach as a verb:

    To disgrace, or bring shame upon someone.

  1. Take to task as a verb (idiomatic):

    To lecture, berate, admonish, or hold somebody accountable for his or her actions.