What does admonition mean?
Admonition means A rebuke by an authority that one has erred and should not persist in one's actions..
Admonition
/ˌædməˈnɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
A rebuke by an authority that one has erred and should not persist in one's actions..
Example Sentences
But modesty cannot be implanted by admonition only—the elders must set the example.
Synonyms for admonition
Antonyms for admonition
Related Words
Word Forms
- admonitions
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for admonition?
Common synonyms include admonishment, reprimand, reproach, reproof.
What is the opposite of admonition?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use admonition in a sentence?
But modesty cannot be implanted by admonition only—the elders must set the example.
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