upbraid

verb
/ʌpˈbreɪd/

Meaning

To scold or criticize someone harshly.

Example Sentences

The teacher upbraided the student for being late again.

Synonyms

scold, rebuke, reprimand, reproach

Antonyms

praise, commend, compliment

Collocations

upbraid severely, upbraid harshly, upbraid someone

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