noun
- the act of scolding or reproving someone
verb
- present participle of chide; scolding or reproving
Examples
- The teacher’s gentle chiding helped the student improve his behavior.
- She was tired of her mother’s constant chiding about her messy room.
- His chiding tone made it clear he was disappointed.
- The coach was chiding the players for their lack of effort.
- She found herself chiding her younger brother again.
- The principal’s chiding was fair but firm.
- He accepted the chiding gracefully and promised to do better.