Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Alert.
How to pronounce alert:
US
Alert - as an adjective
Engaged in or accustomed to close observation
Example: "Caught by a couple of alert cops"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
watchful19Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unalertAlert - as a noun
Condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action
Example: "Bombers were put on alert during the crisis"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
qui viveHypernyms (Closely Related)
preparation15preparedness17readiness10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An automatic signal (usually a sound) warning of danger
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alarm7alarum8warning signalHypernyms (Closely Related)
sign5signal7signaling11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Alert - as an adjective satellite
Example Sentences
"He heard the alert from the fire alarm and quickly evacuated the building."
"The weather alert warned of an approaching storm."
"The school sent out an alert about the potential flu outbreak."
"The security guard remained on high alert throughout the night."
"The news anchor delivered the breaking news alert on live television."
Word Game Points
Is ALERT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, alert is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ALERT has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.
Is ALERT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, alert is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordALERT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.
Is ALERT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, alert is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordALERT has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.
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