noun as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

scolding, rebuke, lash

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Example Sentences

Example:She delivered a scolding to the employee for not submitting the report on time.

Definition:A harsh or angry verbal rebuke; a condemnation

From scolding

Example:The supervisor gave him a rebuke for missing the deadline.

Definition:A reprimand or sharp criticism

From rebuke

Example:His colleague gave him a lash for not meeting the quota.

Definition:A verbal attack or harsh criticism

From lash