Associations to the word «Scold»

Wiktionary

SCOLD, noun. (obsolete) A person fond of abusive language, in particular a troublesome and angry woman.
SCOLD, verb. To rebuke.

Dictionary definition

SCOLD, noun. Someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault.
SCOLD, verb. Censure severely or angrily; "The mother scolded the child for entering a stranger's car"; "The deputy ragged the Prime Minister"; "The customer dressed down the waiter for bringing cold soup".
SCOLD, verb. Show one's unhappiness or critical attitude; "He scolded about anything that he thought was wrong"; "We grumbled about the increased work load".

Wise words

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.
Charles de Gaulle