Admonish
/ədˈmɒn.ɪʃ/noun
To warn or reprimand someone firmly.
Did you know?In medieval times, admonitions were often linked to spiritual warnings, believed to protect souls from damnation.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*mon-
“to warn or advise, hinting at a protective instinct.”
Latin
Latin
admonere
“to advise, admonish, or warn, often used in moral or ethical contexts.”
Old French
Old French
admonester
“to give advice or caution, especially in matters of behavior.”
Middle English
Middle English
admonischen
“to advise or warn, retaining the moral undertone from Latin.”
Modern English
English
admonish
“to firmly warn or reprimand, emphasizing authority and moral guidance.”