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scolding

  (skōl'dĭng) pronunciation
n.

A harsh or sharp reprimand.


 
 
Thesaurus: scolding

noun

    Words expressive of strong disapproval: admonishment, admonition, rebuke, reprimand, reproach, reproof. Slang rap1. See praise/blame.

 
Antonyms: scolding

n

Definition: rebuke
Antonyms: commendation, compliment, praise

 
WordNet: scolding
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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: rebuking a person harshly
  Synonyms: chiding, objurgation

The adjective scolding has one meaning:

Meaning #1: who is rebuking severely
  Participle of verb: scold (meaning #1)

 
 

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