Crossword clue
Scold crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Scold”, from 3–9 letters. The most likely answer is CHIDE.
Top answer
CHIDE
5 letters · Scold or rebuke mildly
All answers for “Scold”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3-letter answers | ||
| NAG | 3 | Noun: persistent complainer |
| 4-letter answers | ||
| RATE | 4 | Old verb: scold angrily |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| CHIDE Best match | 5 | Scold or rebuke mildly |
| SHREW | 5 | Noun: bad-tempered woman |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| BERATE | 6 | Scold or criticise angrily |
| REBUKE | 6 | Express sharp disapproval |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| REPROVE | 7 | Express disapproval of someone |
| UPBRAID | 7 | Find fault with angrily |
| CENSURE | 7 | Express severe disapproval |
| LECTURE | 7 | Scold at length |
| TELL OFF | 7 | Informal: reprimand someone |
| TICK OFF | 7 | British informal: reprimand |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| ADMONISH | 8 | Warn or reprimand firmly |
| 9-letter answers | ||
| REPRIMAND | 9 | Rebuke someone formally |
| CASTIGATE | 9 | Criticise or reprimand severely |
| DRESS DOWN | 9 | Informal: scold severely |
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What does “Scold” mean?
As a verb, to rebuke angrily; as a noun, a person, historically a woman, who nags or grumbles constantly.
Solving tip
CHIDE and BERATE are common; for informal phrases try TELL OFF or TICK OFF.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Scold"?
The most likely answer is CHIDE (5 letters) — Scold or rebuke mildly. Other common answers are BERATE (6), REBUKE (6), REPROVE (7), REPRIMAND (9).
How many letters are in the answer to "Scold"?
Answers to "Scold" range from 3–9 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.