scolded Definition
reprimanded or rebuked sharply.
Using scolded: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scolded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She scolded her son for breaking the vase.
Example
The teacher scolded the students for not doing their homework.
Example
He was scolded by his boss for being late to work.
scolded Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for scolded
- rebuked
- reprimanded
- chastised
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Summary: scolded in Brief
'Scolded' [skohld-ed] means to be reprimanded or rebuked sharply. It is often used in situations where someone has done something wrong or failed to meet expectations, as in 'She scolded her son for breaking the vase.' 'Scolded' is a formal term that can be replaced with 'reprimanded' or 'rebuked,' or informal terms like 'chewed out' or 'yelled at.'
