Admonitory: alternatives and connections

Tending to dissuade or divert from a measure or purpose; dehortatory; as, dissuasive advice.

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Tending to dissuade or divert from a measure or purpose; dehortatory; as, dissuasive advice.

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Not favorable; not propitious; adverse; contrary; discouraging.

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Not favorable; not propitious; adverse; contrary; discouraging.

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A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided; prudence in regard to danger; provident care; wa…

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A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided; prudence in regard to danger; provident care; wa…

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To refuse.

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To refuse.

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of Admonish

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Conveying a caution, or warning to avoid danger; as, cautionary signals.

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Serving as a pattern; deserving to be proposed for imitation; commendable; as, an exemplary person; exemplary conduct.

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Giving admonition; instructing by way of caution; warning.

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Expressing or containing reproach; upbraiding; opprobrious; abusive.

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of Reprove

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of Warn

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