Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Scolding.
Scolding - as a noun
Rebuking a person harshly
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chiding14objurgation21tongue-lashingHypernyms (Closely Related)
rebuke12reprehension17reprimand14reproof12reproval13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Scolding - as a verb
To burn with hot liquid.
Example: "To scald the hand"
To heat almost to boiling.
Example: "Scald the milk until little bubbles form."
To rebuke angrily.
Example Sentences
"He received a scolding from his boss for being late to work."
"The child immediately stopped misbehaving upon hearing his mother's scolding."
"I could hear the scolding of the teacher from the other side of the classroom."
"She couldn't help but burst into tears after her scolding."
"My parents gave me a scolding for failing my exams."
Word Game Points
Is SCOLDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scolding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCOLDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is SCOLDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scolding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCOLDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is SCOLDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scolding is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCOLDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
