Synonyms for

Berating

Verb / bɪˈreɪtɪŋ / Another word for berating — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To scold or criticize someone angrily.

Synonyms & similar words

jaw trounce rebuke lambast bawlout rag taketotask calldown lambaste reproof chewup scold lecture berate chewout blowingup reprimand chide remonstrate havewords callonthecarpet dressdown criticize reprimand rebuke chastise scold censure upbraid lecture reprove condemn denounce castigate condemn admonish chide blame slam bash flame attack

Example sentences

  1. The coach was berating the team for not practicing hard enough.
  2. I heard my boss berating one of my coworkers for being late.
  3. She was berating herself for forgetting her friend's birthday.

Quotes

  • There's no need to berate yourself for every little mistake. -Unknown
  • Berating people is often a way for someone to feel powerful. -Unknown
  • Berating someone else won't make you a better person. -Unknown

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