scold
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /skoʊld/
KK: /skoʊld/
intransitive verb
Definition
To express disapproval or criticism towards someone, often in a loud or angry way.
Example
The teacher scolded the students for being noisy in class.
Tense Forms
Past: scolded
Past Participle: scolded
Conversation
I can't believe she had to scold him in front of everyone today.
Yeah, that was kind of embarrassing for him.
I mean, he really should have known better, right?
Definitely! It's always tough when someone gets called out like that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rebuke
chide
reprimand
Antonyms
praise
commend
applaud
noun
Definition
A person who frequently criticizes or reprimands others, often in a nagging or harsh manner.
Example
The scold in the neighborhood always tells the children to be quiet.
Conversation
I can't believe my neighbor is such a scold about noise.
Really? What did they say this time?
They complained about my music being too loud during the day.
transitive verb
Definition
To tell someone that they have done something wrong in an angry way.
Example
The teacher scolded the student for not doing his homework.
Tense Forms
Past: scolded
Past Participle: scolded
Conversation
I can't believe she had to scold you in front of everyone.
I know, it was so embarrassing!
Well, you did forget the report, so it makes sense.
Root Explanation
Scold originates from Old English 'scoldian', meaning to blame or reproach. The word reflects the act of reprimanding someone for their actions.
Memory Tip
Think of someone blaming or reproaching another person — that's what it means to scold.
Visually Confused Words
sold
cold
solod
solid
soldo
soldi
scyld
scrod