How Do You Spell CHIDDEN?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈɪdən] (IPA) 
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈɪdən] (IPA)
Chidden is the past participle of the verb "chide," which means to scold or rebuke someone harshly, typically in an angry or disapproving manner. The term "chidden" refers to the act of being reprimanded or admonished by someone, usually with the intention of correcting behaviors or expressing disapproval.
When someone is chidden, they may be subjected to verbal criticism or reproach due to their actions, words, or behavior being deemed inappropriate, disrespectful, or wrong. The individual delivering the scolding often aims to exert authority or assert their moral judgment in order to discourage further misbehavior or correct the person's conduct.
The concept of chidden conveys a sense of being scolded in a stern or severe manner, suggesting a strong disapproval or disappointment on the part of the person administering the rebuke. It implies that the recipient of the scolding has committed a mistake or acted in a way that is seen as unacceptable according to certain standards, rules, or expectations of behavior.
Usage of the term "chidden" is somewhat old-fashioned or formal, but can still be found in literature, poetry, or archaic contexts. It emphasizes a specific kind of scolding or admonishing that carries a weight of authority or severity, creating a vivid depiction of a pronounced reprimand.
The word "chidden" is the past participle form of the verb "chide". Its etymology can be traced back to the Old English word "cidan", which meant to chide or to rebuke. The Old English term derived from the Proto-Germanic word "kidōną", meaning to rebuke or to scold. The word "chide" itself has been used in English since the 13th century to indicate expressing disapproval or reproach.
