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admonish Antonyms

Opposite of admonish

Because the opposite of admonish shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To warn or reprimand someone firmly but without harshness.

Usage Example

"The librarian had to praise the students several times for speaking too loudly in the reading room."

Strongest
praise
commend
compliment
Strong
applaud
laud
extol

• verb (Context 2)

To advise or urge someone earnestly to do something or to remember a duty or obligation.

Usage Example

"The physician admonished her patient to get plenty of rest and avoid strenuous exercise during recovery."

Strong
discourage
dissuade
deter

Similar words to admonish

Words similar to admonish shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

reprimand
rebuke
urge
reprove
advise
scold
caution
chide
See all synonyms of admonish

• Nearby Words

admittance
admittedly
admix
admonish
admonisher
admonishingly
admonishment

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Admonish. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/admonish
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