monition

noun

1. 1

   a summons issued after the filing of a libel or claim directing all parties concerned to show cause why the judgment asked for should not be granted

2. 2

   cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness)

   a letter of admonition about the dangers of immorality

   the warning was to beware of surprises

3. 3

   a firm rebuke