BEWARE (OF) Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

beware (of)

verb

bi-ˈwer

Definition of beware (of)

as in to guard (against)

to be cautious of or on guard against beware of that parrot because it bites

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notice

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In 2023, after a park visitor noticed a broken Fury 325 support beam, the coaster closed for six weeks that summer.

— Catherine Muccigrosso July 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 July 2026
The radiologist notices a small spot on the lung unrelated to the original reason for the exam and appropriately recommends follow-up.

— Demetri Giannikopoulos, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

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