Definition of Admonitory

conveying a warning

Examples of Admonitory in a sentence

The teacher’s voice had an admonitory tone as she told the students to stop talking or lose recess. 🔊

Throughout the film, the director used admonitory music to create suspense within scenes. 🔊

When I say something inappropriate, my mother gives me an admonitory stare. 🔊

The man ignored the admonitory signs and foolishly touched the electric fence.  🔊

The dog’s admonitory growl is his way of telling you to steer clear.  🔊

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