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upbraiding

/ˌʌpˈbreɪdɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does upbraiding mean?

verb

To scold or rebuke someone severely, often in a public or humiliating manner. To criticize or reprimand someone sharply.

Example

"The teacher upbraided the student for not completing the assignment on time."

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