Wordle Answer for February 1, 2023

What scold means

A person, typically an older woman, who regularly criticizes others harshly and at length, often in a loud or angry manner.

Where the word comes from

From Middle English *scold*, likely borrowed from Old Norse *skáld*, meaning "poet" or "bard." The sense shifted from a respectful court poet to a person who scolds or rails, perhaps because skalds were known for composing sharp, satirical verses. The verb form emerged around the 14th century, eventually meaning to rebuke harshly or speak angrily to someone.

Hints for February 1, 2023

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Synonyms of scold

• grumble
• rebuke
• reprimand
• chide
• berate
• check
• remonstrate
• grouch

Used in a sentence

The teacher had to _____ the students for arriving late to class every morning.