Synonym selection (vocabulary – meaning of “admonish”): Choose the word that best expresses the meaning. Target word: ADMONISH Instruction: Select the closest synonym meaning “to warn or reprimand (often gently) for a fault.”
Verbal Ability
Synonyms
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AReprimand
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BPraise
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CApplaud
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DReward
Answer
Correct Answer: Reprimand
Explanation
MeaningTo admonish is to caution, advise, or reprimand someone for a fault or lapse, typically in a mild or earnest manner.
Option analysisReprimand — closest synonym (to reprove). ✅Praise / Applaud / Reward — positive responses; antonymic in tone. ❌
UsageThe teacher admonished the class for talking → the teacher reprimanded them.
Final AnswerReprimand