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Difficulty: MediumIsolated Word Synonyms

What is the closest synonym for the word ADMONISH?

  1. A
    admire
  2. reprimandAnswer
  3. C
    praise
  4. D
    oversee

Answer

reprimand
The word 'reprimand' is the correct synonym because both 'admonish' and 'reprimand' signify expressing authoritative disapproval, scolding, or warning someone about their conduct.

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1
Define the target word
The verb ADMONISH means to warn, scold, or express firm disapproval of someone's actions.
Establishing the precise definition is required to find an accurate synonym.
2
Compare meaning with answer options
The word 'reprimand' shares the exact meaning of expressing stern disapproval or scolding.
Identifies the choice with identical semantic value while discarding opposites and visually similar words.

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