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scolding

Divide scolding into syllables:

scold · ing

How to pronounce scolding:

Synonyms for scolding:

admonitionchastisementrebukereprimandcriticismdevilpunishmentcensurerowlecture
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Antonyms for scolding:

acceptanceexaltationcongratulationspardonrewardtributeeulogypriderespectagreement
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