Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chider
Noun
ˈchī-dər
Definition
A person or thing that chides or reproaches.
Examples
- She became the chider of her younger brother, reminding him to stay on task.
- The teacher often plays the role of a chider, encouraging students to improve their work.
Meaning
Chider refers to someone who scolds or criticizes in a mildly reprimanding manner.
Synonyms
- critic
- rebuker
- reproacher
- scolder
