Definition

In a way that expresses warning or disapproval, often to correct someone's behavior.

Example

She spoke admonishingly to the children who were misbehaving.

Conversation

You really should stop procrastinating on your assignments.

I know, but I just can't seem to focus.

I get it, but my teacher spoke to me admonishingly about it today.

Maybe I should take her advice more seriously.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Admonishingly → It is formed from "admonish" (from Latin "admonere", meaning to warn or advise) and the suffix "-ingly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "admonishingly" means in a manner that warns or advises.

Memory Tip

Think of someone giving a warning or advice ('admonish') and doing it in a specific way ('-ingly'). This helps you remember that 'admonishingly' means to do something in a warning or advising manner.

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