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Chid: meaning, definitions and examples

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chid

 

[ tสƒษชd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to scold

To chid means to scold or reprimand someone mildly. This verb is often used in a more archaic or literary context, suggesting a gentle admonishment rather than harsh criticism. It implies expressing disapproval or disappointment, typically with a tone that is more nurturing than punitive. The act of chiding is often done in a caring manner, aiming to correct behavior rather than to harm feelings.

Synonyms

admonish, rebuke, reprimand, scold

Examples of usage

  • She chided her son for not doing his homework.
  • The teacher chided the students for being too noisy.
  • He chided himself for forgetting the appointment.

Translations

Translations of the word "chid" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น filho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคšเฅเคšเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kind

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ anak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะธั‚ะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dziecko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅญไพ›

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท enfant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ niรฑo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงocuk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทูู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรญtฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dieลฅa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅญฉๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ otrok

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ barn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ•แƒจแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uลŸaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ niรฑo

Etymology

The word 'chid' originates from Old English 'cidan', which means to scold or to chide. It has Germanic roots, paralleling similar words in Dutch and German. Over time, its usage has become somewhat archaic and is less commonly used in contemporary language, often replaced by more modern terms such as 'scold' or 'rebuke'. The first recorded use of 'chid' can be traced back to Middle English literature, where it appeared in various texts, often in a poetic or formal context. Its evolution reflects a shift in language, moving from the expressive forms of the past to the more direct language commonly used today. Despite its decline in everyday use, 'chid' still finds a place in literary works, particularly in a historical or for artistic depiction of dialogue.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,257 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.