Synonyms: lesson, deterrent example, object lesson, example
Definition: punishment intended as a warning to others
Usage: they decided to make an example of him
Similar words: admonition, monition, word of advice, warning
Definition: cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness)
Usage: a letter of admonition about the dangers of immorality; the warning was to beware of surprises; his final word of advice was not to play with matches