admonishingly,adv.|ædˈmɒnɪʃɪŋlɪ| [f.prec. + -ly2.] In an admonishing manner; by way of admonition, or authoritative counsel. 1850Lynch Theoph. Trinal ii. 18 Patience and wisdom say admonishingly, Not now—not yet.1861Geo. Eliot Silas M. 52 Nodding his head aside admonishingly.