Definition of admonishes

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  • admonishes is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
  • admonishes is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
  • admonishes is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of admonishes

  • take to task (verb)

    Examples

    1. He admonished the child for his bad behavior

    Synonyms

    1. reproof
    2. reprove
  • advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. discourage
    2. monish
    3. warn
  • warn strongly; put on guard (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. caution
    2. monish

See definition of admonishes in Merriam Webster