To Admonish

1. To warn or notify of a fault; to reprovegently or kindly, but seriously; to exhort.
2. To counsel against wrong practices; to caution or advise; to warn against danger or an offense; — followed by of, against, or a subordinate clause.
3. To instruct or direct; to inform; to notify.

Synonyms

• reprimand
• chid
• advise
• reprehend