Hi, Reprimand indicates direct confrontation. Ex – The policeman reprimanded the offender. Reproach expresses disapproval that arises from one’s feeling being hurt from someone’s inconsideration, neglect etc. Ex – She reproached him for forgetting her birthday. Reprove is the mild form of criticism. Reprove is friendly criticism to help correct a fault or pattern. Ex – She reproved her brother for smoking too much. Rebuke is sharp criticism and is usually abrupt. Ex – Her boss rebuked her for disturbing him during the meeting. SCOLD-If you're irritated enough to want to express your disapproval quite harshly and at some length, you can scold (e.g., to scold a child for jaywalking). Hope it would help Regards, Mantra Deepika