Admonition and Sermon

Admonition

Admonition noun - An opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action.
Usage example: a heartfelt admonition to the graduates to make the most of their lives

Sermon is a synonym for admonition in solemn moral talk topic. In some cases you can use "Sermon" instead a noun "Admonition".

Nearby Words: admonish, admonishment, admonitory

Sermon

Sermon noun - A public speech usually by a member of the clergy for the purpose of giving moral guidance or uplift.
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Synonyms for Sermon

Admonition is a synonym for sermon in solemn moral talk topic. You can use "Admonition" instead a noun "Sermon", if it concerns topics such as reprimand.

Nearby Word: sermonize

How words are described

old old admonition old sermon
brief brief admonition brief sermon
serious serious admonition serious sermon
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