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scolding

/ˈskoʊldɪŋ/
scold · ing ˈskoʊld · ɪŋ
English Definition
n. an angry reprimand or criticism
中文释义
责骂
Significado en Español
regaño
한국어 뜻
꾸짖음
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự mắng, sự la
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Example Sentence

He got a scolding for coming home late.

他因为晚回家而挨了一顿骂。

Synonyms
reprimand rebuke telling-off
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “scolding”:

  1. A compliment
  2. B reprimand
  3. C praise
  4. D applause
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B — reprimand. “scolding” means n. an angry reprimand or criticism

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The boy received a very stern ______ for tracking mud all through the house.

  1. A scolding
  2. B reward
  3. C praise
  4. D gift
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A — scolding. “scolding” means n. an angry reprimand or criticism

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Common questions about “scolding”

What does “scolding” mean?

scolding — n. an angry reprimand or criticism. In Chinese: 责骂.

How do you pronounce “scolding”?

scolding is pronounced /ˈskoʊldɪŋ/. It breaks into 2 syllables: scold · ing.

How do you use “scolding” in a sentence?

He got a scolding for coming home late. (他因为晚回家而挨了一顿骂。)

What are synonyms for “scolding”?

reprimand, rebuke, telling-off — all close in meaning to scolding (n. an angry reprimand or criticism).

Is “scolding” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. scolding appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers nearly 2,500 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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