noun

admonishment

admonishment, reprimand, warning, scolding

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.

an admonishment ((for sth.)) an admonishment for his behavior

Synonyms: reprimand, rebuke, scolding, warning; Antonyms: praise, commendation

From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'monere' (to warn). The suffix '-ment' forms a noun.

Think of a 'monitor' giving you a warning. 'ad-' (to) + 'monish' (warn).

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