Comparative law notes
to give a strong warning to a person
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advare
verb
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admonish
verb
Definitions of admonish
to tell someone in very strong terms that you do not approve their behaviour or of what they have done, often as a part of a punishment
Appeal judges admonished O'Donnell after hearing of mental health problems and lack of proof over criminal motive.