Multiple choice

Directions: Pick out the word closest in meaning to the given word.

Admonition

  1. weapon

  2. preamble

  3. warning

  4. alarm
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Admonition means a firm warning or reprimand - it's advice given with authority to correct behavior. Warning is the closest match. Weapon is unrelated, preamble is an introduction, and alarm is fear or sudden surprise - none capture the corrective advice aspect of admonition.

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