upbraid [verb]

Definition of upbraid:

express criticism towards

Synonyms of upbraid:

● Reproach

● Scold

● Berate

● Castigate

● Rebuke

● Chide

● Reprove

● Reprimand

● Censure

● Criticize

● Admonish

● Chew out


Opposite/Antonyms of upbraid:

● Praise

● Approve

● Admire

● Commend

● Acquit

● Applaud

● Extol

● Acknowledge

● Acclaim

● Congratulate

● Exonerate


Sentence/Example of upbraid:

The stranger at once began to upbraid Powell for being impolite.