Scolding
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈskoʊldɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Scolding is a noun meaning An unloving succession of critical remarks, such as those directed by a parent towards a misbehaving child; an earful; dressing down.
Meaning
An unloving succession of critical remarks, such as those directed by a parent towards a misbehaving child; an earful; dressing down.
More Meanings
- present participle and gerund of scold
Word Forms
- scoldings
Synonyms for scolding
Depending on context, synonyms include berating, browbeating, chiding, chockling, correption, dirdum.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chiding, objurgation, earful, reproof, cursing, blaming.
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