warning

Definitions

A statement or event that indicates a possible danger, problem, or unpleasant situation.

Advice or notification given to someone to be careful or to prepare for something.

Examples

The dark clouds served as a warning of the approaching storm.

He ignored the warning sign and walked onto the thin ice.

The teacher gave the students a final warning about talking during the exam.

Synonyms

caution alert admonition notice caveat signal notification

Antonyms

encouragement assurance endorsement approval promise guarantee support