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Meaning of the word berate in English

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berate

US /bɪˈreɪt/
UK /bɪˈreɪt/
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Verb

1.

scold or criticize (someone) angrily

Example:
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She was berated by her boss for being late.
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He continued to berate the team for their poor performance.
Synonym:
scoldreprimandrebukeadmonishchastise
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