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admonish

verb
/ədˈmɒnɪʃ/

Meaning

to warn or reprimand someone firmly; to advise or urge earnestly

Example Sentences

The teacher admonished the students for being late.

Example Expressions

admonish someone gently

Synonyms

rebuke, reprimand, scold, caution, warn

Antonyms

praise, commend, approve

Collocations

admonish someone, admonish sternly, admonish gently, admonish for behavior

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