admonish
verbTo warn, advise firmly, or express disapproval of someone's conduct.
Express firm disapproval
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Clear all filtersTo warn, advise firmly, or express disapproval of someone's conduct.
Express firm disapproval
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Showing an unfeeling disregard for other people's difficulties.
Planned or considered in advance, especially before a wrongful act.
To express sharp disapproval of someone's behavior.
To express formal or strong disapproval of someone's conduct.
To express disapproval or criticism, often with a corrective purpose.
Moderate or restrained in conduct, expression, or climate.
Moderate in behavior
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Showing little understanding or concern for another person's feelings or difficulty.
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