Yes. The two would be opposites (antonyms) in many situations. To scold is to express disapproval, while praise expresses approval.
There is only one syllable in the word "scold" :P
The opposite of a problem (challenge, difficulty) could be a solution, answer, or fix.The opposite of the adjective problem could be easy, facile, or effortless.
An opposite of balance could be 'imbalance'.
The opposite of straight could be crooked, curved, turned, or bent. The opposite of straight (honest) could be dishonest, devious, or corrupt. The opposite of straight (slang for heterosexual) would be gay.
The opposite of order could be disorder, or confusion, or chaos.
If upbraid means to put down or scold, then the opposite would be to praise.
If upbraid means to put down or scold, then the opposite would be to praise.
Chastisement means to scold, punish, critesize, you get the vibe. So the opposite would be to reward, praise, or compliment.
It could be seen as an opposite although I would use ridicule or revile or deride as opposites to praise.
Praise
The opposite of a curse is a blessing.The opposite of to curse (someone, something) could be to bless, praise, or cheer.
The opposite of a compliment (praise) would be a criticism, complaint, or rebuke. The opposite of the verb could be to complain, criticize, or insult.
The opposite of appreciation (increased value) is depreciation. The opposite of appreciation (expressed gratitude or praise) could be criticism, disapproval, admonition, or condemnation; it could be a lack of appreciation (disregard or neglect).
Discipline and praise. Scold them if they do something you don't want them to, give them a pet if they behave.
The opposite of appreciation (increased value) is depreciation. The opposite of appreciation (expressed gratitude or praise) could be criticism, disapproval, admonition, or condemnation; it could be a lack of appreciation (disregard or neglect).
The word "admonish" means to warn, scold, or chide. An antonym would be to applaud, commend, or praise.
Praise.