Word Meaning

scold definition and meaning

v. i. To find fault or rail with rude clamor; to brawl; to utter harsh, rude, boisterous rebuke; to chide sharply or coarsely; -- often with at; as, to scold at a servant.
v. t. To chide with rudeness and clamor; to rate; also, to rebuke or reprove with severity.
n. One who scolds, or makes a practice of scolding; esp., a rude, clamorous woman; a shrew.
n. A scolding; a brawl.

Crossword clues for scold

- Berate
- Chide
- Nag
- Rebuke
- Upbraid