Is “Chiding” a Scrabble word?
Yes
CHIDING
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary
Valid in these dictionaries
SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Meaning of Chiding
/ˈtʃaɪdɪŋ/
verb
1.To admonish in blame; to reproach angrily.
2.To utter words of disapprobation and displeasure; to find fault; to contend angrily.
3.To make a clamorous noise; to chafe.
noun
1.A scolding.