as in warning
serving as or offering a warning
shot an admonishing glance at me just as I was about to spill the beans
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as in reprimanding
to criticize (someone) usually gently so as to correct a fault
admonished her for littering
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as in advising
to give advice to
my physician is always admonishing me to eat more healthy foods
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Recent Examples of admonishing
Brock Keeling, San Francisco Chronicle, 13 Oct. 2022
Rose protests the admonishing tone, confidently signaling that the French are no better than her.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 May 2022
And what happened on Tuesday was this: In key states and races -- from Virginia to New Jersey to Long Island -- voters leaned toward Republicans, rejecting -- or at least admonishing -- Democrats up to and including President Joe Biden.
—Chris Cillizza, CNN, 4 Nov. 2021
But articles also popped up admonishing parents for writing about their kids at all.
—Heather Lanier, Longreads, 4 Mar. 2021
Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
The outlet reported that the mother of Jamieson’s child spoke out in court, admonishing him for the violent attack on their daughter last January.
—Sean Neumann, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
These ridiculous charges led Swifties to bemoan the current political climate, admonishing left-leaning commentators for going overboard in their attempts to identify signs of cryptofascism in Swift’s work.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2025
Disney Entertainment co-chairs Dana Walden and Alan Bergman and ESPN chief Jimmy Pitaro sent a note to staff Friday, thanking them for the work and continued focus, while admonishing YouTube and its parent company Google for the dispute.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
Caitlin Clark gave support to fellow WNBA star Napheesa Collier, who had referenced Clark when admonishing the league and commissioner Cathy Engelbert in fiery remarks earlier this week.
—Jill Martin, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
One of the most emblematic moments of the week came in the morning session when the camera and microphone caught McIlroy admonishing rowdy fans before a shot.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
The Anti-Defamation League released a statement admonishing Carslon's speech.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 23 Sep. 2025
However, support wanes for admonishing recently deceased figures, especially among Republicans.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Nevertheless, Waterbar received an admonishing phone call from team Drake.
—Brock Keeling, San Francisco Chronicle, 13 Oct. 2022
Rose protests the admonishing tone, confidently signaling that the French are no better than her.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 May 2022
And what happened on Tuesday was this: In key states and races -- from Virginia to New Jersey to Long Island -- voters leaned toward Republicans, rejecting -- or at least admonishing -- Democrats up to and including President Joe Biden.
—Chris Cillizza, CNN, 4 Nov. 2021
But articles also popped up admonishing parents for writing about their kids at all.
—Heather Lanier, Longreads, 4 Mar. 2021
Verb
Parliament Vice President Nicolae Ștefănuță quickly intervened, admonishing the lawmaker for his language and warning of consequences.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
The outlet reported that the mother of Jamieson’s child spoke out in court, admonishing him for the violent attack on their daughter last January.
—Sean Neumann, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
These ridiculous charges led Swifties to bemoan the current political climate, admonishing left-leaning commentators for going overboard in their attempts to identify signs of cryptofascism in Swift’s work.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2025
Disney Entertainment co-chairs Dana Walden and Alan Bergman and ESPN chief Jimmy Pitaro sent a note to staff Friday, thanking them for the work and continued focus, while admonishing YouTube and its parent company Google for the dispute.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
Caitlin Clark gave support to fellow WNBA star Napheesa Collier, who had referenced Clark when admonishing the league and commissioner Cathy Engelbert in fiery remarks earlier this week.
—Jill Martin, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
One of the most emblematic moments of the week came in the morning session when the camera and microphone caught McIlroy admonishing rowdy fans before a shot.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
The Anti-Defamation League released a statement admonishing Carslon's speech.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 23 Sep. 2025
However, support wanes for admonishing recently deceased figures, especially among Republicans.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admonishing
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The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.—
SCOTT SONNER,
Star Tribune,
27 July 2021
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In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
Andrew Whitby,
Time,
17 Apr. 2020
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In footage that circulated on social media after Sunday's telecast, the 35-year-old Best Supporting Actress nominee and recording artist was shown reprimanding someone off camera while others stepped between them.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Mar. 2026
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Even the universe seems to be reprimanding Taylor, because the women coincidentally run into Jesse Palmer, the host of The Bachelorette, at brunch.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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The agency is advising recipients to cash their checks within 90 days, according to the March 17 release.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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Raine Group and JPMorgan Chase are advising the league on the matter.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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The other man, after getting to his feet, appears to continue scolding Ritchson before the actor and his family drive off.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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In a viral video, the best supporting actress nominee is seen scolding a man in a crowd of people.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
16 Mar. 2026
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Johnson-Swartz was suspended from teaching at STEM School Highlands Ranch after the allegations emerged.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Youth took to the streets to protest schools teaching in the Afrikaans language and the ensuing government crackdown saw hundreds killed.—
Kate Bartlett,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2026
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In 2010, a grand jury indicted former House Speaker Ray Sansom on grand theft and conspiracy charges and issued a 10-page presentment criticizing the Legislature’s appropriations process.—
Lawrence Mower,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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Moore also pointed out flaws in facial recognition technology as a whole, criticizing its early, widespread adoption by law enforcement agencies worldwide.—
Neil J. Rubenking,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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In the interview, Guthrie talked about blaming herself.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2026
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The incident took on a life of its own after Ada’s mother and stepfather issued social media statements blaming Roan for the interaction.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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Trump has already tried to tip the scales in one significant baseball matter, publicly chiding Rob Manfred, Major League Baseball’s commissioner, in the process.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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The two have long been political archenemies going back to Trump’s first term, with Pritzker chiding Trump over his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic while the president’s supporters have accused the Democratic governor of taking too strict of measures with COVID mitigations.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Admonishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admonishing. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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