Admonish
Pronunciation: /ædˈmɑːnɪʃ/
Admonish (verb)
- To tell someone they should change their behaviour because it is wrong or unsafe.
- To speak to someone firmly, showing disapproval of what they did.
- To warn publicly or officially that something must be avoided or corrected.
Examples
- She admonished him to slow down and watch the road.
- The teacher admonished the class to be quiet during the test.