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Chided: meaning, definitions and examples

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chided

 

[ หˆtสƒaษชdษชd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing disapproval

To chide means to scold or rebuke someone in a mild or constructive way. It often conveys a sense of disappointment but is usually not very harsh. Chiding is often intended to correct someone's behavior or to guide them towards a better choice. This term suggests a level of familiarity and concern, as it may arise between friends, family, or colleagues. The act of chiding can be a means of expressing care while still addressing an issue that needs attention.

Synonyms

censure, rebuke, reprimand, scold.

Examples of usage

  • She chided him for being late.
  • The teacher chided the students for not studying.
  • He chided his friend for not exercising.
  • Her mother chided her gently about her messy room.

Translations

Translations of the word "chided" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น repreendeu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเคพเค‚เคŸเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช tadeln

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menegur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะณะฐะฝัั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ skarciฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฑ่ฒฌใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉprimander

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ reรฑir

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท azarlamak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊พธ์ง–๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุจุฎ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ napomenout

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ napomenรบลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฎญๆ–ฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ opomniti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vanga

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฏัั–ะฝะดั–ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒฌแƒ•แƒ”แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑnamaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ reprender

Etymology

The word 'chide' has its origins in the Old English term 'cฤซdan', which means to 'rebuke' or 'reprimand'. Over time, it evolved through Middle English as 'chiden', retaining its meaning connected to mild scolding. The word has Old Norse influences as well, where 'kida' reflects a similar concept of chiding or reprimanding. 'Chide' is often used in the context of parental guidance or friendly advice, encapsulating a sense of care behind the scolding. Its usage has appeared in various literary works, indicating a relationship dynamic where one individual expresses concern for another's actions or decisions, thus solidifying its place in the English language.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,683, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.