admonishment
Translation
reprimand, warning, rebuke
Examples
He received a stern admonishment from the judge.
He received a stern admonishment from the judge.
Her quiet admonishment was more effective than shouting.
Her quiet admonishment was more effective than shouting.
Grammar Patterns
((an admonishment)) from (sb.) a reprimand from someone. He received a stern admonishment from the judge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reprimand, rebuke, scolding; Antonyms: praise, commendation
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'monere' (to warn). The suffix '-ment' forms a noun.
Memory Tips
Think 'add a monitor'. Someone is adding a monitor to watch and warn you.