admonish

verb3

1. •
   To inform or notify of a fault; to rebuke in a serious tone; to tell off.

   • Better is a poore and a wise child, then an old and foolish king who will no more be admonished. — 1611
2. •
   To advise against wrongdoing; to caution; to warn against danger or an offense.
3. •
   To instruct or direct.