1. in a manner that expresses mild disapproval or gentle scolding

Examples

• She spoke to him chidingly about his careless mistakes.
• The teacher looked at the student chidingly when he arrived late again.
• He chidingly reminded his friend that promises should be kept.
• She wagged her finger chidingly at the child who had spilled juice on the carpet.
• The coach addressed the team chidingly after their poor performance.