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

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Second Miami federal trial to start In South Florida, lawyers involved in the federal prosecution said they had not been made aware of Sunday’s transfer in advance.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2026
Editors of other major newsrooms are well aware that Trump may try to ban their reporters next.

— Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of aware

Verb

But even if Gus had sadly died in the outback, an influx of scavengers would likely have alerted searchers to the presence of his body, experts said.

— Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
Law enforcement later investigated the dumpster and a K-9 trained in human detection alerted on it, indicating the presence of human remains.

— Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of alerted

Adjective

Add vanilla and chocolate batters to prepared Bundt pan in 1/3-cup scoops, alternating batters for best distribution.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
The volunteers could help suppress future dissent Friday’s events also suggested that hard-liners like Taeb among Iran’s leadership will be more prepared to suppress any future demonstration against the theocracy.

— Nasser Karimi, Chicago Tribune, 18 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

But Lundquist cautioned against automatically treating Gen Z’s choices as irresponsible when the generation is making them under different economic conditions than its parents faced.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026
Israel’s attorney general cautioned that the appointment was mired in conflicts of interest, and insured that the Qatargate investigation would continue.

— Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 19 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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