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nag vs scold

scold vs nag

nag and scold both are nouns.

nag and scold both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
nag Yes No Yes No
scold Yes No Yes No
As nouns, nag and scold are synonyms defined as:
  • nag and scold: someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault
Other synonyms of nag include common scold, nagger, scolder.
nag (noun) scold (noun)
an old or over-worked horse someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault
someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault
nag (verb) scold (verb)
remind or urge constantly censure severely or angrily
bother persistently with trivial complaints show one's unhappiness or critical attitude
worry persistently
Difference between nag and scold

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