Forewarned: meaning, definitions and examples
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forewarned
[ fɔːrˈwɔːrnd ]
advance notice
To forewarn someone is to give them prior warning or information about a potential danger or problem. It allows individuals to prepare or take precautionary actions before the event occurs.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She forewarned him about the upcoming storm.
- The teacher forewarned the students about the difficult exam.
- He was forewarned of the risks before making the investment.
Translations
Translations of the word "forewarned" in other languages:
🇵🇹 prevenido
🇮🇳 पूर्व-सूचित
🇩🇪 vorwarnen
🇮🇩 diperingatkan sebelumnya
🇺🇦 попереджений
🇵🇱 uprzedzony
🇯🇵 予告された
🇫🇷 prévenu
🇪🇸 advertido
🇹🇷 önceden uyarılmış
🇰🇷 미리 경고받은
🇸🇦 محذر مسبقًا
🇨🇿 varován
🇸🇰 varovaný
🇨🇳 事先警告
🇸🇮 opozorjen
🇮🇸 fyrirvarandi
🇰🇿 алдын ала хабарланған
🇬🇪 წინასწარ გაწვდილი
🇦🇿 öncədən xəbərdar olunmuş
🇲🇽 advertido
Etymology
The term 'forewarned' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'fore-' meaning 'before' or 'in advance' and the verb 'warn', which originates from the Old English 'wyrnan', meaning 'to inform or give notice'. The prefix 'fore-' is linked to the Old English 'foran', meaning 'before' or 'in front', emphasizing the idea of providing information ahead of time. The concept of forewarning was significant in various contexts, particularly in medieval and early modern times, where knowledge of impending threats could be critical for survival. Over time, 'forewarned' has maintained its meaning and relevance in contemporary language, reflecting its utility in various fields such as safety, education, and risk management.