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admonish Synonyms

Another word for admonish

Choosing another word for admonish depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To warn or reprimand someone firmly but without harshness.

Usage Example

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

Strongest
reprimand
rebuke
scold
reprove
Strong
chide
upbraid
reproach
castigate
berate
censure

• 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."

Strongest
advise
urge
Strong
caution
exhort
counsel
warn
enjoin
forewarn

Opposites of admonish

The opposite of admonish shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

praise
commend
compliment
discourage
applaud
dissuade
laud
extol
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• Nearby Words

admittance
admittedly
admix
admonish
admonisher
admonishingly
admonishment

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