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Definition of admonitrix

admonitrix

/ædˈmɑːnɪtrɪks/
ad · mon · i · trix
Plural:admonitrices
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admonitrix Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A woman who admonishes, warns, or offers firm corrective counsel.

Example

"In the classical allegory, the stern admonitrix gently steers the impulsive hero away from a path of reckless ambition."

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Word Nuance & Usage

As an archaic feminine form of 'admonitor', this term is exceptionally rare in modern English and is generally replaced by gender-neutral nouns like 'admonisher' or 'advisor'.

• Rhymes for admonitrix

• Nearby Words

adjutrix
administratrix
admix
admonitrix
admrx
adnex
adobo

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Late Latin 'admonitrix', the feminine form of 'admonitor', derived from the Latin verb 'admonere' meaning 'to remind, advise, or warn'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Admonitrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/admonitrix
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