Definition of Admonish
Admonish
ad·mon·ish
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To warn or reprimand someone gently, often to correct their behavior.
e.g. The teacher admonished the student for talking out of turn in class.
(verb)
to reprimand or warn someone of something in a firm but gentle manner;
e.g. I don't want her to admonish me for making the place messy.
(verb)
to indicate someone's obligations or duties to them;
e.g. He will admonish you for not knowing better, but he will not be angry.
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