scolding

Thân thiện

A mother gives her child a gentle scolding for not cleaning their room.

Definition

Noun: A harsh or angry rebuke; the act of speaking to someone severely because they have done something wrong.

Usage

"Scolding" is used to describe the act of reprimanding someone, typically with strong words and an angry or disapproving tone. It implies a one-sided correction, often from a position of authority (like a parent, teacher, or boss) towards someone who has misbehaved or made a mistake.

Examples

• The child received a stern scolding for drawing on the walls.
• Her constant scolding did not improve his behavior.
• He gave the dog a sharp scolding after it chewed the shoe.

Advanced Usage

• "A scolding look/tone": This describes a non-verbal expression or a tone of voice that conveys strong disapproval, equivalent to a verbal scolding.
  • She shot him a scolding look across the dinner table.

Variants and Related Words

• Scold (verb): To speak angrily to someone because they have done something wrong.
  • The teacher scolded the students for being noisy.
• Scold (noun, archaic): A person, especially a woman, who is constantly criticizing or nagging.
  • In the story, she was portrayed as the village scold.

Synonyms

• Reprimand: A formal or official rebuke.
• Rebuke: An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.
• Reproof: Criticism for a fault.
• Lecture: A long, serious scolding or warning.
• Telling-off (informal): An act of scolding someone.

Antonyms

• Praise: Expression of warm approval or admiration.
• Commendation: Formal or official praise.
• Compliment: A polite expression of praise or admiration.

Học thuật

Noun

1. rebuking a person harshly

Từ đồng nghĩa

• chiding
• objurgation
• tongue-lashing