warning
Translation
warning, caution, alert, notice
Examples
He gave me a warning about the dog.
He gave me a warning about the dog.
The sign is a warning to drivers.
The sign is a warning to drivers.
Let this be a warning to you.
Let this be a warning to you.
Grammar Patterns
a warning ((about sth./sb.)) a statement about a possible danger He gave me a warning about the dog.
a warning ((to sb.)) a statement directed at someone The sign is a warning to drivers.
a warning ((that...)) a statement indicating a future event We received a warning that the storm was coming.
Similar Words
Synonyms: caution, alert, notice, admonition
Etymology
From the verb 'to warn' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ing'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a flashing red light or a loud siren. Both are types of warnings that signal you to be careful.