12: Criticizing And Scolding Flashcards
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Carp
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(V) to find fault; to be critical
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Berate
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(V) to rebuke or scold in a harsh tone
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Castigate
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(V) to scold or punish severely
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Censure
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(V) to criticize strongly
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Chastise
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(V) to punish or scold harshly
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Deprecate
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(V) to show mild disapproval
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Deride
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(V) to ridicule or make fun of; to scoff at
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Impugn
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(V) to oppose or attack someone or somethig
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Rebuff
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(V) to snub; to bluntly refuse
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Rebuke
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(V) to reprimand or scold sharply
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Reprove
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(V) to speak to in a disapproving manner; to scold
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Upbraid
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(V) to chide; to scold bitterly
