Admonish (/ədˈmɒn.ɪʃ/) (Verb): To warn, rebuke, or reprimand someone firmly but not harshly...

Word: Admonish Phonetics: /ədˈmɒn.ɪʃ/ Part of Speech: Verb Meaning: To warn, rebuke, or reprimand someone firmly but not harshly; to advise earnestly. Example Sentences: The teacher admonished the students for talking during the lecture. He was gently admonished to be more careful with confidential information.