Speak to and Upbraid

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Speak to

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Upbraid and speak to are semantically related. in warn topic. In some cases you can use "Upbraid" instead a verb "Speak to", when it comes to topics like criticize.

Upbraid

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

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Synonyms for Upbraid

Speak to and upbraid are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Speak to" instead a verb "Upbraid".

Nearby Word: upbraiding

Mutual synonyms

rate
lecture
castigate
chide
rebuke
condemn
censure
berate
scold
reproach
blame
admonish
reprimand
flay
reprove
call down
call on the carpet
tell off

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rebuke and speak to
rebuke and upbraid
condemn and speak to
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censure and speak to
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