Synonyms of telling-off

1 Syllable

row, snub, rap

2 Syllables

blame, earful, reproof, rating, reproach, ragging, put-down, chiding, lesson, scolding, rebuff

3 Syllables

affliction, repulse, berating, reproval, upbraiding, bawling-out, refusal, chewing-out, dressing-down, talking-to, punishment, going-over, lecture, censure, correction, ostracism, rebuke, reprimand, rebuking

4 Syllables

tongue-lashing, condemnation, disapproval, remonstrance, admonishment, castigation, admonition, objurgation, reprehension, objurgations, comeuppance

5 Syllables

expostulation