upbraiding

[US]/ʌpˈbreɪdɪŋ/
[UK]/ʌpˈbreɪdɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the act of scolding or criticizing someone
adj.characterized by scolding or criticizing

Phrases & Collocations

upbraiding tone

upbraiding remarks

upbraiding speech

upbraiding words

upbraiding criticism

upbraiding session

upbraiding letter

upbraiding gesture

upbraiding attitude

upbraiding conversation

Example Sentences

she was upbraiding him for being late to the meeting.

the teacher's upbraiding of the students was heard throughout the hall.

his upbraiding comments made her feel bad about her performance.

after the upbraiding, he promised to improve his work ethic.

the manager's upbraiding was intended to motivate the team.

she couldn't handle the upbraiding from her peers.

his upbraiding tone made everyone uncomfortable.

they were upbraiding the government for its lack of action.

she felt the need to upbraid her friend for not being supportive.

his upbraiding was harsh, but it was meant to help.

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