Admonition

/ˌæd.məˈnɪʃ.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A firm warning or reprimand.

The teacher's admonition to complete the assignment on time was clear.

An act or action of admonishing; authoritative counsel or warning.

His mother's admonition about the dangers of reckless driving stayed with him for years.

A gentle or friendly reproof.

She offered a kind admonition regarding his late hours.

From Middle English, from Old French admonition, from Latin admonitio.

take heed of admonition

to pay attention to a warning or advice.

heeding an admonition

to follow the advice given in a warning.

gentle admonition

a mild or friendly warning.

caution

a warning to take care or be careful.

reprimand

a rebuke, especially an official one.

advice

guidance or recommendations concerning prudent future action.

a gentle nudge.

She gave me a gentle admonition to watch my mouth.

a friendly lecture.

His admonition about being safe felt more like a friendly lecture.