1
as in advice
an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action
a heartfelt admonition to the graduates to make the most of their lives
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as in warning
the act or an instance of telling beforehand of danger or risk
ignored the ranger's admonitions and took the road over the mountain, only to be stranded by the blizzard
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Recent Examples of admonition
Rob Blanchard, the governor’s communications director, already had announced an end to the press conference, an admonition ignored by the press — and governor.
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Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 24 June 2025
Tens of thousands were expected to march from Daley Plaza and coalesce in defiance and admonition of Trump near the downtown hotel tower bearing his name.
—Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2025
Although there are few formal guidelines, a consensus has formed around consent when possible, de-identification when not, and adherence to the admonition that the patient’s welfare always comes first.
—Danielle Ofri, New Yorker, 7 June 2025
The admonition follows a similar warning from three U.S. senators — Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.).
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
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Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 24 June 2025
Tens of thousands were expected to march from Daley Plaza and coalesce in defiance and admonition of Trump near the downtown hotel tower bearing his name.
—Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2025
Although there are few formal guidelines, a consensus has formed around consent when possible, de-identification when not, and adherence to the admonition that the patient’s welfare always comes first.
—Danielle Ofri, New Yorker, 7 June 2025
The admonition follows a similar warning from three U.S. senators — Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.).
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admonition
Noun
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The information provided here is not investment, tax or financial advice.—
David McGuire,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Guitarist Page heeded that advice and hired both Plant and Bonham.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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This warning is in effect until 8 p.m. During heat waves, consider the following tips from the NWS Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The warning is for Greene, Lenoir and Pitt counties.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Admonition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admonition. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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