Scolding (noun)

1. A reprimand or rebuke, especially a harsh or angry one.
2. An act of scolding or berating someone for their behavior or actions.

Origin:

From the old english word "scold" meaning to scold or to berate, which is derived from the germanic word "skold" meaning a scold or a shrew.

Examples:

1. She received a scolding from her mother for staying out too late.
2. He got a scolding from his boss for not meeting the deadline.
3. The teacher gave the student a scolding for cheating on the test.
4. He deserved the scolding for his rude behavior.
5. She gave him a scolding for not doing the chores.