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as in reprimanded
to criticize (someone) usually gently so as to correct a fault
admonished her for littering
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as in advised
to give advice to
my physician is always admonishing me to eat more healthy foods
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Recent Examples of admonished
But her patients of various faiths admonished her for not observing the most sacred Jewish holiday.
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Literary Hub, 14 May 2026
That is, until she’s condescended by her chic coworker Emily (Emily Blunt), admonished by Miranda, and given a makeover by Runway art director Nigel (Stanley Tucci).
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
When addressing Chasing Horse, Peterson took on a stern tone and admonished the actor and his attorney, Craig Mueller, for denying the charges and downplaying evidence of assault.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
After being admonished by the judge, Terry Rose listens as he is sentenced to 40 years in prison.
—Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
The minors were seated along the sidewalk to wait for their parents to pick them up; they were admonished and told to not return to the building, Jarosz said.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026
Authorities did not announce any arrests but did say the youths were admonished and told not to come back to the theater.
—David Debolt, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Apr. 2026
The Adams County Health Department admonished the Aurora immigration detention center over a lack of access to staff and poor communication in a new report detailing the county’s investigation into allegations of widespread illness at the facility earlier this year.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Cleaver, like Davids, admonished FIFA for implementing dynamic pricing for the 2026 World Cup, which begins in June.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 20 Mar. 2026
Literary Hub, 14 May 2026
That is, until she’s condescended by her chic coworker Emily (Emily Blunt), admonished by Miranda, and given a makeover by Runway art director Nigel (Stanley Tucci).
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
When addressing Chasing Horse, Peterson took on a stern tone and admonished the actor and his attorney, Craig Mueller, for denying the charges and downplaying evidence of assault.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
After being admonished by the judge, Terry Rose listens as he is sentenced to 40 years in prison.
—Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
The minors were seated along the sidewalk to wait for their parents to pick them up; they were admonished and told to not return to the building, Jarosz said.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026
Authorities did not announce any arrests but did say the youths were admonished and told not to come back to the theater.
—David Debolt, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Apr. 2026
The Adams County Health Department admonished the Aurora immigration detention center over a lack of access to staff and poor communication in a new report detailing the county’s investigation into allegations of widespread illness at the facility earlier this year.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Cleaver, like Davids, admonished FIFA for implementing dynamic pricing for the 2026 World Cup, which begins in June.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admonished
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In this production, the Hispanic Romeo can only speak his native tongue at home and is reprimanded by his cousin Benvolio for daring to do so anywhere else.—
Juan A. Ramírez,
Vogue,
20 May 2026
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On Thursday Nixon was reprimanded by the House Rules and Ethics Committee for her loud protest on the House floor last month that disrupted the vote on new congressional district maps.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2026
Verb
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Visitors to the mall’s online site are advised that proof of age may be required for the youth or supervising adult.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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Floridians could be advised to celebrate the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary without fireworks if heavy, ground-soaking rains don't soon arrive.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Katie Porter scolded, Tom Steyer channeled Bernie.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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The victim said he was singled out for laughing, scolded, and told to continue reading before being ordered into the hallway.—
Peter D'Oench,
CBS News,
5 May 2026
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Montreal police warned fans outside the building not to bring any pyrotechnics or fireworks, concerned about the kind of scene a Game 6 win would create in the city’s streets.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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The International Energy Agency warned the world is drawing down oil inventories at a record pace, with 164 million barrels released by governments and industry as of May 8.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
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Other candidates have criticized her and expressed their support for LGBTQ+ students — Rendon perhaps most pointedly.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2026
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Owens, who has frequently criticized Hunter Biden and his family over his business dealings, drug addiction, and the controversy surrounding his laptop, previewed a wide-ranging discussion touching on addiction, politics, faith, and Washington’s political culture.—
Adisa Hargett-Robinson,
The Washington Examiner,
18 May 2026
Verb
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The class begins with incarcerated people being taught general knowledge of the industry.—
Sydney Sasser,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Aug. 2025
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Tyx has lived in the Kansas City area for four years and previously taught middle school Spanish.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The president blamed him for a massive sewage spill and excluded him from a historically bipartisan governors' meeting at the White House.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
19 May 2026
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The drought is being blamed for an increase in bear sightings around Arvada, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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“Admonished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admonished. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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