chide
verb (used with object)
to express disapproval of; scold; reproach.
have chidden
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present perfectof chide.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Some people would have chidden Susy for it; but Mrs. Read reflected that the child was only telling the simple truth, and had no idea of boasting.
From Little Prudy's Sister Susy by May, Sophie
I have chidden thee many a time before this for the meekness that raised no protest let him be never so harsh.
From The Lost Treasure of Trevlyn A Story of the Days of the Gunpowder Plot by Everett-Green, Evelyn
Yes, he loved thee, he loved thee well, and he would have chidden me"— "Nay, nay, weep not, Dame Katharine.
From Standish of Standish A story of the Pilgrims by Austin, Jane G. (Jane Goodwin)
Yesterday Bertram would have chidden Ali gently, and explained that kind hearts are more than coronets and gentle words than cruel whips.
From Cupid in Africa by Wren, P. C.
You have chidden me, and again will, I doubt not, for the liberties I take with some of your relations.
From Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 2 by Richardson, Samuel
