scolding

[ skohl-ding ]

noun

1. the action of a person who scolds; a rebuke; reproof:

   I got a scolding for being late again.

Other Words From

• un·scolding adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of scolding¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; scold, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

As an aunt recently said after scolding me for not visiting enough, the tortillas will eventually get made.

From Los Angeles Times

When she refused, the wife stretched her legs and put them on the armrests of her seat, then started scolding her in Cantonese and slapping her arm, the woman said.

From BBC

After the public scolding of the photographer, Roan cleared the air in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, saying, "This is quite overwhelming and quite scary."

From Salon

In ‘Three Years on the Great Mountain,’ Cristina Moon shares how martial arts, rigorous training and ‘scoldings’ can help you discover your true self.

From Los Angeles Times

When the Oakland native first heard about the part, she thought: “Oh, an ex-wife on a TV comedy — am I gonna be just scolding him the whole time?” she admits.

From Los Angeles Times