upbraiding

/ p'breidi /
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upbraiding

The teacher gave the student a stern upbraiding for not completing the homework.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A severe scolding: A formal or strongly worded rebuke; the act of criticizing someone angrily and severely for a fault or mistake.
Usage
  • Used as a countable noun, typically in singular form, to describe the act or instance of harsh criticism.
  • Often follows verbs like "give," "receive," or "deserve."
  • Can be modified by adjectives indicating intensity (e.g., "severe," "harsh," "public").
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The manager's upbraiding of the team for their poor performance was heard throughout the office.
    • She received a stern upbraiding from her teacher for not submitting the assignment.
    • His public upbraiding by the committee made him reconsider his actions.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be in for an upbraiding": to be likely to receive a severe scolding.
    • After breaking the window, he knew he was in for an upbraiding from his parents.
  • "to deliver an upbraiding": to give a severe scolding formally or forcefully.
    • The principal delivered a sharp upbraiding to the students involved in the vandalism.
Variants and Related Words
  • Upbraid (verb): to scold or criticize severely.
    • She upbraided him for his constant tardiness.
  • Upbraider (noun): a person who scolds or criticizes severely. (Less common)
Synonyms
  • Reprimand: A formal expression of disapproval.
  • Rebuke: An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.
  • Censure: Strong criticism or disapproval, often formal or official.
  • Dressing-down: (Informal) A severe scolding or reprimand.
Antonyms
  • Commendation: Praise or approval.
  • Compliment: A polite expression of praise or admiration.
  • Acclaim: Enthusiastic and public praise.
Related Phrases
  • A tongue-lashing: (Idiomatic) A severe scolding or criticism.
    • The coach gave the players a real tongue-lashing after the loss.
  • A piece of one's mind: (Idiomatic) To express one's anger or disapproval frankly and forcefully.
    • She gave him a piece of her mind about his irresponsible behavior.
upbraiding

The teacher gave the student a stern upbraiding for not completing the homework.

Noun
  1. a severe scolding

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