Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Warning.
How to pronounce warning:
US
Warning - as a noun
A message informing of danger
Example: "A warning that still more bombs could explode"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
informing15making knownHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness)
Example: "A letter of admonition about the dangers of immorality"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
admonition13monition10word of adviceHypernyms (Closely Related)
advice12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Notification of something, usually in advance
Example: "They gave little warning of their arrival"
Warning - as an adjective satellite
Serving to warn
Example: "Shook a monitory finger at him"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
admonitory16cautionary15exemplary23monitory13Warning - as a verb
To make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially:
To caution or admonish (someone) against unwise or unacceptable behaviour.
Example: "Don't let me catch you running in the corridor again, i warn you."
(chiefly with "off", "away", and similar words) to advise or order to go or stay away.
Example: "A sign warns trespassers off/away from the site."
To give warning.
Warning - as an interjection
Used to warn of danger in signs and notices.
Example Sentences
"The lifeguard blew the whistle as a warning to swimmers."
"The weather forecast issued a warning of heavy rain and strong winds."
"There was a warning sign on the road indicating a sharp turn ahead."
"The software displayed a warning message about an outdated version."
"The doctor gave a warning about the potential side effects of the medication."
Word Game Points
Is WARNING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, warning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
WARNING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is WARNING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, warning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordWARNING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is WARNING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, warning is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWARNING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
