Word Games Pro Dictionary
monition
noun
A summons issued after the filing of a libel or claim directing all parties concerned to show cause why the judgment asked for should not be granted
Quick reference
Word Facts
How it sounds
Pronunciation
məˈnɪʃn̩
Listen
Audio Pronunciation
Meaning
Definitions
noun
A summons issued after the filing of a libel or claim directing all parties concerned to show cause why the judgment asked for should not be granted
noun
Cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness)
“A letter of admonition about the dangers of immorality”
noun
A firm rebuke
In context
Example Sentences
A letter of admonition about the dangers of immorality
The warning was to beware of surprises
His final word of advice was not to play with matches
Similar words
Synonyms
Check yourself
Practise This Word
Three quick questions on this word. Nothing is recorded — practise it as often as you like.