Synonyms for
Scolded
Definition
to reprimand or criticize harshly
Synonyms & similar words
chewup
remonstrate
reproof
chide
dressdown
callonthecarpet
taketotask
reprimand
chewout
lambaste
grouch
scold
grumble
berate
lambast
calldown
havewords
lecture
rag
rebuke
bawlout
trounce
jaw
rebuke
reprimand
chide
reproach
berate
criticize
upbraid
castigate
admonish
lecture
censure
condemn
disapprove
objurgate
flay
jaw
keelhaul
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Example sentences
- My teacher scolded me for talking during class.
- The coach scolded the team for not giving their best effort.
- My boss scolded me for being late to work.
- The mother scolded her child for touching the hot stove.
- The principal scolded the students for vandalizing the school property.
Quotes
I was scolded more than I was praised.
Scolded dogs are the safest.
I was scolded for being too happy.