1. to warn or advise someone about something, especially to correct their behavior
Usage: archaic or literary

Examples

• The teacher monishes the students about their poor attendance.
• She gently monishes her friend for being late again.
• The elder monishes the youth to respect their traditions.
• He monishes his children to be more careful with their belongings.
• The coach monishes the team about their lack of effort.
• The parent monishes the child for not doing homework.