WARNED Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in aware

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verb

past tense of warn

as in alerted

to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk the lifeguard warned the boys that if they continued playing so rough, someone was sure to get hurt

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Medical groups and doctors have warned that the changes could stoke vaccine hesitancy. — Fatima Hussein, Arkansas Online, 17 Sep. 2026 But independent analysts warned the pipeline could remain down for weeks, based on satellite images showing significant damage to a pumping station. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026 Chicago police had warned Avondale residents about the attacks before the arrest and did not release a photo of the suspect at the time, CBS Chicago previously reported. — Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026 Authorities have launched a multidisciplinary task force, urged families to report missing relatives immediately, and warned against sharing graphic images or rumors online that could inflame panic or inspire copycat attacks. — Mogomotsi Magome, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026 That was March 2020, when the CEOs of General Motors, Ford, and Fiat Chrysler tried to coordinate production halts over Covid-19 fears, only to be warned by their lawyers that doing so could violate antitrust rules. — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 17 Sep. 2026 Authorities have warned of flooding in low-lying areas and along waterways. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 Winter warned that the practice can cause skin irritation, worsen existing cracks on the feet and open small cuts that let bacteria in. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2026 The administration has also warned in court filings that the center could eventually face demolition if those repairs are not completed, though officials have said that is not the current plan. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for warned

Adjective

The Huskies are well aware of the difference in quality their next opponent presents.

— Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026
There are no villains in Possible Love; there are only people who are aware of others, and people who are not.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of aware

Verb

Five days later, an anonymous caller alerted the Missouri Department of Social Services Children’s Division that Deutsch was allegedly physically and mentally abusing the child.

— Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026
Six days earlier, Ross’ former campaign manager alerted the Joplin Police Department that Ross was attempting to plant drugs on his opponent, according to an affidavit submitted by FBI agent Brandon Bernhardt.

— Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of alerted

Adjective

Perhaps more importantly, though, the Broncos appear prepared to withstand a potential absence from Dobbins thanks to the addition of rookie Jonah Coleman, who drew rave reviews from the coaching staff for his performance in camp.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
After a game that saw BSU’s staff have the team focused, prepared and excited, while Oregon seemed to have its players sleepwalking at times?

— Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of prepared

Adjective

Ohanian said the debate around AI should focus on substantive risks rather than issues that can be used to score political points, arguing that an informed public is essential to navigating the technology.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
Artificial intelligence presents significant opportunities for manufacturers to improve productivity, reduce costs and support more informed decision-making.

— Nishkam Batta, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of informed

Verb

Ortega cautioned that there can be other factors at play when food prices go up or down.

— Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Fortune, 4 Sep. 2026
While Friday’s data looked positive at first glance, economists cautioned that due to seasonal factors, the month of August often faces revisions to its employment data later in the year.

— Steve Kopack, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of cautioned

Adjective

The teams that will be ready for whatever AI does next aren’t the ones who arrived knowing the most.

— Brittany Murrey, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
For an industry that seemed ready for widespread adoption, the legislative pushback could have serious implications for the future of the technology.

— Alex Vuocolo, Fortune, 15 Sep. 2026

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