1. a harsh scolding or angry criticism

1. present participle of berate; scolding or criticizing someone angrily

Examples

• The coach was berating the players for their poor performance.
• She received a severe berating from her supervisor.
• His constant berating of the staff created a hostile work environment.
• The teacher was berating the student for not completing homework.
• After the berating, he promised to do better next time.
• The manager's berating of employees was unprofessional.
• She grew tired of her mother's constant berating about her choices.