chide

US /tʃaɪd/

UK /tʃaɪd/

斥责, 责骂

to express disapproval of someone for their actions or behavior; to scold or reprimand gently

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She chid him for his carelessness.

她斥责他的粗心大意。

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The teacher chid the students for talking during the lesson.

老师斥责学生们在课堂上讲话。