warning
- adjective
- /ˈwɔrnɪŋ/
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- The meteorologist issued a warning about severe storms expected later in the week.
This is a Rolls Royce factory warning label.
- This is a Rolls Royce factory warning label.
- But yes, warning writing is incredibly dry.
Examples
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She received a warning from the lifeguard for swimming too far from the shore.
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So let me do another example, which is by way of warning you that this can sometimes be dangerous.
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A little bit of warning would help.
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Fair warning, fair warning, you cannot use these cards for your regular games.
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Word of word of warning, it's best to just get these little USB sticks here.
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The teacher gave a warning about the upcoming test so that all students could prepare.
Synonyms
297
2.8
A warning that something dangerous or important may happen
108
4.3
An official warning that tells the public about possible danger or bad weather
77
3.6
A sign that shows a problem or danger in a situation
60
4.1
A quick warning that something will happen
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1.6
Something that shows there may be danger or a problem
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2.8
A short helpful suggestion that warns about a possible problem
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7.4
A warning or advice to stop someone from doing something wrong
5
3.4
A firm, serious statement that tells someone to stop wrong or dangerous behavior
5
3.2
A loud sound or flashing light that tells people there is danger
3
5.6
A sign or notice that something bad will happen
1
3.7
A sign that something dangerous may happen
A strong warning telling someone to be careful
A notice given before an event or change
An advance notice that tells people about a possible danger
Idioms
Compounds
- Specialized
7
4.1
A system that detects threats early, like missiles or storms, and sends alerts so people can act
5
3.4
A firm, serious statement that tells someone to stop wrong or dangerous behavior
- Formal
3
4.7
A short statement police say to someone they arrest to tell them their rights before questioning
1
5.4
A short announcement people hear four minutes before an event ends to tell them to prepare
- Specialized
An alert that tells soldiers about an enemy attack happening right now
- Specialized
A message that tells leaders about a possible attack so they can prepare
- Specialized
Bright colors or patterns on an animal that tell predators not to eat it
How Urgent
- Formal
41
3.6
- Jargon
28
6.5
- Jargon
1
6.8
297
2.8
- Literature
108
4.3
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The adjective warning comes from the old verb warn, which comes from an old German word meaning 'to be careful' or 'to guard'. That's why something warning, like a light or a sign, gives a caution to help you avoid harm.