adv. [f. prec. + -LY2.] In an admonishing manner; by way of admonition, or authoritative counsel.
1850. T. T. Lynch, Theoph. Trinal, ii. 18. Patience and wisdom say admonishingly, Not now—not yet.
1861. Geo. Eliot, Silas M., 52. Nodding his head aside admonishingly.
