admonished

[ədˈmɒnɪʃt]

admonished Definition

• 1. reprimanded or scolded someone firmly
• 2. warned or advised someone to do or not to do something

Using admonished: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "admonished" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The teacher admonished the student for being late to class.

• Example

  He was admonished by his boss for not meeting the deadline.

• Example

  I was admonished to be careful when crossing the street.

admonished Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for admonished

• rebuked
• reproved
• upbraided
• reprimanded
• chastised

Antonyms for admonished

• praised
• commended
• applauded

Phrases with admonished

• admonish someone of something

  to warn or advise someone about something

  Example

  I admonished him of the dangers of smoking.

• admonish against something

  to advise someone not to do something

  Example

  The doctor admonished against eating too much sugar.

• admonish someone for something

  to reprimand or scold someone for doing something wrong

  Example

  The coach admonished the player for breaking the rules.

Origins of admonished

from Old French 'amonester', from Latin 'admonere', meaning 'to remind'

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Summary: admonished in Brief

'Admonished' [ədˈmɒnɪʃt] is a verb that means to reprimand or scold someone firmly, or to warn or advise someone to do or not to do something. It is often used in formal contexts, such as in the workplace or in educational settings. Examples of usage include 'The teacher admonished the student for being late to class' and 'He was admonished by his boss for not meeting the deadline.'