admonishes

[US]/ədˈmɒnɪʃiz/
[UK]/ədˈmɑːnɪʃɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to warn or reprimand someone firmly but not angrily.; to give someone advice or a warning.

Example Sentences

the teacher admonishes her students to be respectful.

his father admonished him for staying out late.

the doctor admonishes patients about the dangers of smoking.

she admonishes her children to always tell the truth.

the coach admonished the team for their poor performance.

he was admonished for his careless mistake.

the judge admonished the defendant for interrupting the trial.

she admonishes her staff to be punctual and professional.

the manager admonished his employees for not meeting the deadline.

he was admonished by his superiors for his lack of initiative.

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