Definitions
- Describing a formal or official scolding from a superior or authority figure. - Referring to a rebuke or admonishment for a specific behavior or action. - Talking about a disciplinary action taken against someone for breaking rules or policies.
- Referring to a verbal rebuke or criticism for a specific behavior or action. - Describing a reprimand or admonishment for misbehavior or wrongdoing. - Talking about a harsh or angry reprimand for a mistake or error.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words involve criticism or rebuke for behavior or actions.
- 2Both words imply disapproval or dissatisfaction with the person's behavior.
- 3Both words can be used in formal or informal contexts.
- 4Both words are used to correct or discipline someone's behavior.
What is the difference?
- 1Formality: Reprimanded is more formal and often used in professional or official settings, while scold is more informal and commonly used in everyday language.
- 2Severity: Reprimanded implies a more serious or significant offense, while scold can refer to a minor or less severe infraction.
- 3Authority: Reprimanded is usually given by a superior or authority figure, while scold can be given by anyone, including peers or family members.
- 4Tone: Reprimanded has a more neutral or objective tone, while scold can have a more emotional or subjective tone.
- 5Frequency: Scold can be used more frequently and in a wider range of contexts than reprimanded.
Remember this!
Reprimanded and scold are synonyms that both refer to criticism or rebuke for behavior or actions. However, reprimanded is more formal and often used in professional or official settings, while scold is more informal and commonly used in everyday language. Additionally, reprimanded implies a more serious offense, while scold can refer to a minor infraction.
