What is another word for Chidingly?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈa͡ɪdɪŋlɪ] (IPA)

Chidingly is defined as the act of scolding or rebuking someone in a mildly disapproving or mocking way. Synonyms for chidingly include mildly, reprovingly, critically, admonishingly, and censoriously. Other similar words may include disapprovingly, faultfinding, carping, naggingly, and blamefully. These words are all commonly used to describe a tone of disapproval or criticism towards someone. By using these synonyms, you can express your thoughts without directly using the word "chidingly", and thus, your meaning would not be lost, and you can add variety to your writing.

What are the hypernyms for Chidingly?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Chidingly

"Bobby paid me by taking the clo'es offen the line and bringin' them in every night, and fetchin' the water," she replied Chidingly.
"Amarilly of Clothes-line Alley"
Belle K. Maniates
"There, I don't care," she panted, half-tearfully, as she picked another mushroom; and, as if addressing someone who had had spoken Chidingly, "I can't help it; he is my own dear brother, and I will help him as much as I can.
"The Star-Gazers"
George Manville Fenn
Why, it's as plain as A B C." "Plain as the alphabet," said Mr. Stobell, almost Chidingly.
"Dialstone Lane, Part 1."
W.W. Jacobs

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