WARNINGS Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

warnings

noun

plural of warning

as in advice

the act or an instance of telling beforehand of danger or risk she delivered a strict warning that anyone who was caught stealing would be fired

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as in signs

something that tells of approaching danger or risk the ominously darkening sky was a warning that a tornado was approaching

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Recent Examples of warnings Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans. — Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 9 July 2026 The fire broke out June 17 and raged for eight days, sending a massive amount of smoke into the atmosphere and prompting warnings for nearby residents to stay inside. — City News Service, Daily News, 8 July 2026 Iranian state television said the tanker came under attack after ignoring warnings but did not directly claim the assault. — Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 The official warnings mostly cover central, west and southwest Colorado. — Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 8 July 2026 And just two weeks ago, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei published a sweeping policy memo doubling down on his warnings that AI will produce labor market disruptions larger and longer-lasting than any previous technological shift. — Tim Knowles, Fortune, 8 July 2026 This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026 Managing Potential Warnings Court records from lawsuits shed light on how the manufacturers have managed potential warnings from the field. — David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 2 July 2026 Police might no longer need to issue written warnings and give people a chance to gather their belongings and relocate before arresting them for public camping. — Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for warnings

Noun

The information provided is for educational purposes and should not be construed as financial, investment or trading advice.

— USA TODAY, USA Today, 8 July 2026
One of the questions submitted by an audience member in Dallas asked the pair to think back to 2019 and give their younger selves some advice about setting out on this journey.

— Angelique Jackson, Variety, 8 July 2026

Definition of advice

Noun

Photos of wallets, textiles, sports equipment, photos, jewelry, signs, flags, quilts, stuffies, toys and camp trunks filled the page as strangers banded together in the comments sections, tagging potential rightful owners or friends with any leads.

— Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
What are the signs that game fatigue may be something more serious?

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of signs

Noun

Be sure to sign up for text alerts and follow us on Instagram, TikTok and Flipboard to stay updated!

— Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Air quality alerts The four fires have led to consistently worsening air quality across the state, prompting state health officials to issue advisories.

— Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 8 July 2026

Definition of alerts

Noun

Mounted atop the temporary wall were two sets of traffic lights, a pair of side-by-side green lights (currently off) and a set of red lights, now blinking.

— Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 1 July 2026
Both earlier crashes were reportedly linked to drivers running red lights, heightening concerns among local residents about safety at the intersection, the outlet reported.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026

Definition of red lights

Noun

Some people, Johnston added, have medical alert devices, smoke alarms and home alarm systems that rely on the copper networks to work.

— Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
How other religions are treated Parents of faiths other than evangelical Christian spoke to the school board in the days leading up to their June 26 vote, saying several elements of the new K-8 social studies TEKS raise alarms bells.

— Rachel Royster. Produced with AI assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026

Definition of alarms

Noun

On his Instagram, happy photos of his family living the American dream are interspersed with violent admonitions about the forces lurking in his own community and seeking to destroy him.

— Christopher Hooks, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026
Commencement season puts Faust’s admonitions to the test.

— Austin Sarat, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026

Definition of admonitions

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