Scoldingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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scoldingly
[ ˈskoʊldɪŋli ]
manner of speech
In a scoldingly manner means to reprimand or express disapproval in a harsh or severe tone. It reflects discontent with someone's actions and often involves a lecturing tone.
Synonyms
chidingly, rebukingly, reproachfully.
Examples of usage
- She spoke scoldingly to the children after they misbehaved.
- The teacher addressed the students scoldingly for not completing their homework.
- He scoldingly warned his friend about the dangers of procrastination.
Translations
Translations of the word "scoldingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 repreensivamente
🇮🇳 डांटने वाले ढंग से
🇩🇪 tadelnd
🇮🇩 dengan celaan
🇺🇦 докірливо
🇵🇱 skarcąco
🇯🇵 叱責するように (しっせきするように)
🇫🇷 d'un ton réprobateur
🇪🇸 en tono de reprimenda
🇹🇷 azarlayarak
🇰🇷 꾸짖듯이
🇸🇦 بأسلوب اللوم
🇨🇿 káravě
🇸🇰 karhavo
🇨🇳 责备地 (zébèi de)
🇸🇮 opominjajoče
🇮🇸 skammir
🇰🇿 сөгушілікпен
🇬🇪 დასაკიცავად
🇦🇿 qınayıcı şəkildə
🇲🇽 de manera reprochadora
Etymology
The word 'scoldingly' is derived from the verb 'scold', which has its origins in Middle English 'scolden', meaning to rebuke or reprimand. The roots trace back to Old Norse 'skolda', meaning 'to accuse' or 'to tell off'. The transformation into the adverb form 'scoldingly' occurred as the English language absorbed and adapted the term over centuries. It emphasizes the manner in which someone expresses disapproval, focusing on a tone that conveys anger or disappointment. The adjective 'scolding' refers to the action of reprimanding, which has a rich history in educational and parental contexts, where correction of behavior is often necessary. As language evolved, so did the ways in which people communicated grievances or criticism, leading to the colloquial use of 'scoldingly' in everyday dialogue.