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scalding

adjective (CRITICISM)
 
 
/ˈskɔːl.dɪŋ/ US  /ˈskɑːl-/

Definition

If criticism is scalding, it is very strong or violent.Having a powerful effectStrong feelingsVery and extreme
(Definition of scalding adjective (CRITICISM) from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)
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