Forewarning: meaning, definitions and examples
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forewarning
[ fɔːˈwɔːnɪŋ ]
in communication
A caution or warning in advance; an advance notice or foretelling of something that may happen.
Synonyms
foreshadowing, prediction, premonition, premonitory
Examples of usage
- His forewarning about the potential risks of the investment saved us from making a costly mistake.
- The weather forecast provided a forewarning of the approaching storm.
in communication
To warn or caution in advance; to give advance notice or foretell of something that may happen.
Synonyms
caution, foretell, predict, prewarn
Examples of usage
- She forewarned him about the dangers of the hiking trail.
- The teacher forewarned the students about the upcoming test.
Translations
Translations of the word "forewarning" in other languages:
🇵🇹 advertência
🇮🇳 चेतावनी
🇩🇪 Vorwarnung
🇮🇩 peringatan
🇺🇦 попередження
🇵🇱 ostrzeżenie
🇯🇵 予告
🇫🇷 avertissement
🇪🇸 advertencia
🇹🇷 uyarı
🇰🇷 경고
🇸🇦 تحذير
🇨🇿 varování
🇸🇰 varovanie
🇨🇳 预警
🇸🇮 opozorilo
🇮🇸 viðvörun
🇰🇿 ескерту
🇬🇪 გაფრთხილება
🇦🇿 xəbərdarlıq
🇲🇽 advertencia
Etymology
The word 'forewarning' originated in the late 16th century, combining the prefix 'fore-' meaning 'before' with 'warning'. It has been used to convey the idea of providing advance notice or caution about potential events or situations. The term emphasizes the importance of being prepared and informed ahead of time, highlighting the value of foresight in decision-making and risk management.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #33,855 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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