Meaning & Definition of word "Scolding"
Scolding
/ˈskoʊldɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. a reprimand or criticism expressed in a loud and angry voice.
- Example: The teacher's scolding caused the students to sit in silence.
- 2. an act of reprimanding or chastising someone.
- Example: After the scolding from her mother, she promised to be more careful.
- 3. a harsh or angry verbal reprimand.
- Example: His scolding was so severe that it left her in tears.
Etymology
●Derived from the verb 'scold', originating from Middle English 'scolden', meaning to rebuke.
Common Phrases and Expressions
give someone a scolding:
to reprimand or criticize someone sharply.
scolding hot:
referring to water or food that is very hot, often to the point of being painful.
scold like a fishwife:
to scold loudly and angrily.
Related Words
rebuke:
To express sharp disapproval or criticism.
admonish:
To warn or reprimand someone firmly.
reprove:
To criticize or correct someone gently.
Slang Meanings of scolding
Meaning: Getting told off
● Example Sentence: He was really just getting a scolding when she yelled at him.
Meaning: A verbal smackdown
● Example Sentence: The coach gave the team a scolding after their poor performance.