Question
To scold
someone In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.Solution
Admonish-to criticize/scold (someone) usually gently so as to correct a fault. Sway-to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response Coerce-to compel to an act or choice Discourage-to lessen the courage or confidence of someone Hence, ‘admonish’ is the correct answer.
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