Scold and Swear

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Scold verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.

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Swear and scold are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Swear" instead a verb "Scold".

Nearby Words: scolding, scolded

Swear verb - To use offensive or indecent language.

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Scold and swear are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Scold" instead a verb "Swear".

Nearby Words: swearing, swearer

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