Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stern-warning

noun

/stɜrn ˈwɔrnɪŋ/

Definition

A serious and firm admonition or caution given to someone, often to prevent them from making a mistake or to emphasize the importance of adhering to guidelines or rules.

Examples

The teacher issued a stern warning to the students about the importance of academic integrity.
After the prank, his friend gave him a stern warning to be more careful next time.
The coach’s stern warning about poor performance motivated the players to train harder.