earful
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for earful, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sharp scolding or telling-off.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use earful
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
give someone an earful
get an earful
Informal.
Etymology
From ear + -ful.
Full origin of earful →Frequently asked questions
What does “earful” mean?
The word “earful” means a sharp scolding or telling-off. In plain terms, either a stern telling-off, or a big dose of gossip poured out to you.
How do you pronounce “earful”?
“Earful” is pronounced EER-fuhl (/ˈɪɹfəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “earful” in a sentence?
Here is “earful” used in a sentence: “He got an earful from his boss for missing the deadline.”
What part of speech is “earful”?
“Earful” is a noun.
How many meanings does “earful” have?
“Earful” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sharp scolding or telling-off.
