Reprove
Reprove verb - To criticize (someone) usually gently so as to correct a fault.
Usage example: my piano teacher often reproves me for slouching while playing, observing that good posture helps one play better
Slam and reprove are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Slam" instead a verb "Reprove".
Slam
Slam verb - To shove into a closed position with force and noise.
Mutual synonyms
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