O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scolds

/skɔːldz/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does scolds mean?

noun

A person who criticizes or scolds someone, often in a harsh or unpleasant manner. A person who is habitually critical or fault-finding.

Example

"The teacher was known to scold her students for their misbehavior."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for scolds

Antonyms of scolds

Rhymes with scolds

Etymologically related