
Berate
Strong Disapproval
Berate conveys a sense of intense criticism, often implying disappointment or disapproval rather than just pointing out mistakes. 
Emotional Intensity
Berate is often used to describe a situation where the speaker's emotions are strongly involved, usually anger or frustration. 
Power Dynamics
Use 'berate' in contexts where there's an imbalance of power, like a boss to an employee, or a parent to a child. 