chide
//tʃaɪd//
Verb
chideInfinitive
chidePresent tense
chidedPast tense
chidedPast participle
chidingPresent participle
chidesThird-person singular
1
To scold or rebuke someone, typically in a mild or gentle manner.
She gently chided her son for forgetting his homework.
2
To express disapproval or criticism towards someone for their actions or behavior.
The teacher chided the student for not completing the homework.