Chastising

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from La Bella Roma, Group 402, Puzzle 4 (Castel Sant Angelo).

Question

Chastising

Answer

SCOLDING

Word Meaning:

SCOLDING — An unloving succession of critical remarks, such as those directed by a parent towards a misbehaving child; an earful; dressing down.

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