noun
- harsh criticisms or reprimands given to someone for wrongdoing
Usage: plural form of scolding
Examples
- The children received several scoldings for their poor behavior at school.
- After multiple scoldings from his boss, he finally improved his work habits.
- She grew tired of the constant scoldings from her parents about her messy room.
- The teacher’s scoldings were meant to help students learn from their mistakes.
- His frequent scoldings of the team created a tense atmosphere in the office.
- The coach’s scoldings motivated the players to practice harder.