chide
20 synonyms and 3 antonyms for chide, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To scold or express disapproval of someone, usually mildly.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use chide
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gently chide
chide someone for
chide him/her
Etymology
From Old English cīdan, meaning "to reproach or quarrel" — the word has kept roughly the same meaning for over a thousand years.
Full origin of chide →Frequently asked questions
What does “chide” mean?
The word “chide” means to scold or express disapproval of someone, usually mildly. In plain terms, to tell someone off gently, usually for a fairly small mistake.
How do you pronounce “chide”?
“Chide” is pronounced chyd (/ t͡ʃaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “chide” in a sentence?
Here is “chide” used in a sentence: “His mother chided him for tracking mud through the house.”
What part of speech is “chide”?
“Chide” is a verb.
Where does the word “chide” come from?
The word “chide” comes from Old English. From Old English cīdan, meaning "to reproach or quarrel" — the word has kept roughly the same meaning for over a thousand years.
