Definitions

1. noun

A formal warning or reprimand, especially one issued by a superior

“The professor issued a stern monition to the student for plagiarizing the essay.”

2. noun

A message or signal, especially a distress signal

“The international community issued a monition to the country to cease hostilities.”

3. noun

A warning or cautionary message from a supernatural or divine source

“The prophet received a monition from the spirits to warn the people of an impending disaster.”

4. verb

To warn or caution formally, especially with a sense of solemnity

“The doctor monitioned the patient to change their unhealthy lifestyle.”