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The life of swift by Samuel Johnson
What is the meaning of the word admonition as it is used in the sentence? “It may afford useful admonition and powerful encouragement to men whose abilities have been made for a time useless by their passions or pleasures”
Extol
Laud
Praise
Warning
What is the meaning of the word admonition as it is used in the sentence? “It may afford useful admonition and powerful encouragement to men whose abilities have been made for a time useless by their passions or pleasures”
Extol
Laud
Praise
Warning
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In the context of the sentence, the word "admonition" refers to a form of warning or advice intended to help guide behavior. Therefore, the most suitable meaning from your list is "Warning."
Although "admonition" can also carry connotations of urging or advising, in this specific context, it aligns best with the idea of providing a cautionary message or reminder to those who may have lost their way due to their passions or pleasures.
Although "admonition" can also carry connotations of urging or advising, in this specific context, it aligns best with the idea of providing a cautionary message or reminder to those who may have lost their way due to their passions or pleasures.
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