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noun ad·mo·ni·tion \ ˌad-mə-ˈni-shən \

Definition of admonition

1 :gentle or friendly reproof
  • remembered the admonition to keep it simple
2 :counsel or warning against fault or oversight
  • the principal's admonition against bullying

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Examples of admonition in a Sentence

  1. an admonition to be careful

  2. He offered words of advice and admonition.

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Origin and Etymology of admonition

Middle English amonicioun, from Anglo-French amonicion, from Latin admonition-, admonitio, from admonēre — see admonish

admonition Synonyms

Synonyms
adjuration, admonishment, advice, counsel, guidance, input
Related Words
recommendation, suggestion; hint, pointer, tip; data, feedback, information; answer, solution; advisement, consideration, thought; alarm (also alarum), alert, caution, cautioning, expostulation, forewarning, remonstrance, remonstration, urging, warning; judgment (or judgement), observation, verdict; assistance, briefing, coaching, direction, instruction, mentoring, priming, prompting, teaching, tutoring; interference, kibitzing (also kibbitzing), meddling; moralizing, pontificating, preaching; exhortation, lecture, lesson, sermon, speech

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Definition of admonition for English Language Learners

  • : a criticism or warning about behavior

ADMONITION Defined for Kids

admonition

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noun ad·mo·ni·tion \ ˌad-mə-ˈni-shən \

Definition of admonition for Students

:a gentle or friendly criticism or warning
  • an admonition against false pride

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