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alert

 

[ əˈlərt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

notification

A message or signal that warns of a dangerous or unexpected situation.

Synonyms

alarm, notification, signal, warning

Examples of usage

  • An alert was issued for the incoming storm.
  • She received an alert on her phone about the traffic jam.
  • The security system triggered an alert when someone tried to break in.
  • I always keep my phone on silent, so I often miss important alerts.
  • Make sure to pay attention to weather alerts during hurricane season.
Context #2 | Noun

awareness

The state of being watchful and ready to act or inform others.

Synonyms

attentive, prepared, vigilant, watchful

Examples of usage

  • He maintained a high level of alert even during the night.
  • The soldiers were on high alert after hearing enemy movements.
  • Being on alert helped her avoid potential dangers.
  • The team remained on alert for any sudden changes in the situation.

Translations

Translations of the word "alert" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alerta

🇮🇳 चेतावनी

🇩🇪 Warnung

🇮🇩 peringatan

🇺🇦 сповіщення

🇵🇱 alert

🇯🇵 警報

🇫🇷 alerte

🇪🇸 alerta

🇹🇷 uyarı

🇰🇷 경고

🇸🇦 تنبيه

🇨🇿 upozornění

🇸🇰 upozornenie

🇨🇳 警报

🇸🇮 opozorilo

🇮🇸 viðvörun

🇰🇿 ескерту

🇬🇪 გაფრთხილება

🇦🇿 xəbərdarlıq

🇲🇽 alerta

Etymology

The word 'alert' originated from the Italian word 'all'erta', which means 'to the watchtower'. It was used in the 16th century by the military to warn of approaching enemies. Over time, the meaning evolved to include general warnings and notifications. The use of 'alert' expanded beyond military contexts to everyday language to indicate being watchful and ready to act.

See also: alerter, alerting, alertly, alertness.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,102 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.