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Admonition

usgb/ˌædməˈnɪʃn/Volume
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Mild Severity

Admonition is less severe than a punishment; it's a warning.

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After several lates, he received an admonition.
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Intent to Correct

Admonitions aim to correct behavior, not just criticize.

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Her admonition was meant to prevent future errors.
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Formal Tone

Admonition often has a formal tone and is used in official contexts.

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The committee's admonition was noted in the minutes.
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