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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    scold rebuke reprimand reproach admonish reprove chastise berate upbraid criticize censure condemn denounce disparage belittle ridicule mock tease taunt lecture warn caution advise exhort urge remind notify inform tell speak talk discuss debate argue contend oppose object protest complain grumble mutter sulk pout fret chafe grieve mourn lament bemoan regret repent atone forgive excuse justify defend vindicate absolve acquit

    Meaning of Chide

    The primary meaning of the word "Chide" is to scold or rebuke someone gently, often in a kind or concerned manner.

    Definitions

    • To scold or rebuke someone gently, often in a kind or concerned manner
    • To express disapproval or disappointment, typically in a mild or playful way
    • To criticize or find fault with someone or something, often in a constructive or helpful manner

    Etymology of Chide

    The word "Chide" has its roots in Old English "cidan", which means "to scold" or "to reproach"
    It is related to the Old Norse word "káta", which means "to reproach" or "to blame"
    The word has been used in English since the 9th century, and its meaning has evolved over time to include a range of senses, from mild scolding to constructive criticism

    Example Uses

    • She chided her brother for leaving his dirty socks on the floor
    • The teacher chided the students for not paying attention in class
    • He chided himself for making a careless mistake
    • The coach chided the team for their poor performance in the game
    • The parent chided the child for not sharing with their friends

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    praise commend approve applaud cheer encourage support defend justify excuse forgive absolve acquit vindicate compliment flatter extol laud eulogize glorify honor respect admire esteem appreciate value treasure cherish prize reward thank gratify satisfy please delight amuse entertain distract divert beguile mesmerize hypnotize fascinate captivate enthrall

    Related Nouns

    rebuke reprimand reproach admonition warning caution advice exhortation urge reminder notification information discussion debate argument contention opposition objection protest complaint grumble mutter sulk pout fret grief mourning lament regret repentance atonement forgiveness excuse justification defense vindication absolution acquittal

    Related Verbs

    scold rebuke reprimand reproach admonish reprove chastise berate upbraid criticize censure condemn denounce disparage belittle ridicule mock tease taunt lecture warn caution advise exhort urge remind notify inform speak talk discuss debate argue contend oppose object protest complain grumble mutter sulk pout fret

    Related Adjectives

    critical disapproving disappointed displeased dissatisfied unhappy upset angry irritated annoyed vexed frustrated exasperated impatient intolerant severe harsh stern strict rigorous exacting demanding precise meticulous careful attentive considerate thoughtful kind gentle mild playful humorous witty satirical ironic sarcastic caustic biting trenchant incisive penetrating perceptive discerning astute shrewd wise sagacious prudent judicious fair just impartial unbiased objective neutral detached aloof distant reserved cool calm serene peaceful tranquil quiet still silent mute reticent taciturn uncommunicative unresponsive unsympathetic unfeeling insensitive callous cruel heartless merciless ruthless brutal savage ferocious fierce violent intense passionate fervent ardent enthusiastic eager zealous devoted dedicated committed loyal faithful trustworthy reliable dependable