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tells off

The phrase “tells off” has 2 syllables: tells off

It's pronounced as /ˈtɛlz ˌɔf/

What is synonym and antonym for tells off?

In the thesaurus, “tells off” has 34 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for tells off along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tells off

Antonyms for tells off

Example Sentences

  • She often tells off her little brother for leaving his toys everywhere.
  • The manager tells off employees who arrive late without notice.
  • He calmly tells off rude customers without raising his voice.
  • When the dog misbehaves, she tells off the poor pup sternly.
  • The teacher tells off anyone who uses their phone in class.

On this page you'll find 48 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tells off, such as: acclaims, admonishes, applauds, approves, bawls out, belittles, berates.

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