Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Chide

Rebuke

The most appropriate synonym of the word "chide" is rebuke.

• Chide means to scold or criticize someone mildly.
• Flatter means to praise someone in an excessive or insincere way.
• Commend means to praise someone for their good behavior or actions.
• Approve means to have a favorable opinion of something.
• Rebuke means to criticize someone severely.