Main entry: warn, monish, discourage, admonish
Definition: admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior
Usage: I warned him not to go too far; I warn you against false assumptions; She warned him to be quiet
Main entry: deter, discourage
Definition: try to prevent; show opposition to
Usage: We should discourage this practice among our youth
Main entry: discourage
Definition: deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged