Jul 27, 2025
Upbraid
(v.)
up-braid
ˌəp-ˈbrād
Definition:
To reprimand harshly.
Example:
Jessie’s father upbraided her when he realized Jessie had forgotten to close the horse’s gate.
Virulent
(adj.)
vir-u-lent
vir-yuh-luhnt
Definition:
Violently hostile.
Example:
A wild wolf can be extremely virulent, especially when protecting its cubs from enemies.
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