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Upbraid Definition & Meaning

upbraid
verb
  1. express criticism towards; "The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior"

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What does upbraid mean?
express criticism towards; "The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior"
What part of speech is upbraid?
Upbraid is a verb.

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