Admonishing (Adjective)
Meaning
Expressing reproof or reproach especially as a corrective.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The teacher's admonishing tone made the student realize the gravity of her mistake.
- Her mother's admonishing words still echoed in her mind long after the argument.
- The principal's speech was an admonishing reminder to the students about the school's strict rules.
- The article was an admonishing critique of the government's handling of the crisis.
- The coach's admonishing look was enough to make the player realize his mistake and correct it.