admonish
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/ədˈmɑːnɪʃ/
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/ədˈmɒnɪʃ/
to tell someone firmly that their behavior is not acceptable
The teacher admonished the student for talking during the lecture.
老师责备学生在讲座期间讲话。
to give someone advice or a warning about a situation
His mother admonished him to be more careful while crossing the road.
他的母亲告诫他过马路时要更加小心。