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The warning sign told us to slow down.
What does Warning mean?
A warning is a sign or message about possible danger.
Dictionary definition
A message, sign, or signal that tells about possible danger or trouble.
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Warning in a sentence
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The teacher gave a warning before the fire drill.
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A clear warning can help people notice a risk before something goes wrong.
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What does warning mean?
The correct meaning is: A warning is a sign or message about possible danger.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to warning?
Alert is close in meaning to warning in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for warning?
Reassurance contrasts with warning in this dictionary entry.
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WordWarning.
Partnoun.
MeaningWarning means A warning is a sign or message about possible danger.
ExampleExample: The warning sign told us to slow down.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- war · ning
- Strongest beat
- war
- Ending
- ning
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on war.
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Synonyms
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Antonyms
Opposite words
reassuranceUse when a message calms concern.
all-clearUse when danger has passed.
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Word family
Warning word family
Base word
warn
noun
warning
A message about possible danger.
verb
warned
Told someone about danger in the past.
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Hint for students
A warning is a sign or message about possible danger.
Common mix-up
A warning is not the danger itself. It is the message, sign, or signal that tells about possible danger.
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Write one sentence that shows warning without using the word warning. Then underline clue words that show a sign or message about possible danger. Example: The teacher gave a warning before the fire drill. Clue words: teacher, gave, fire, drill Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a sign or message about possible danger?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The teacher gave a warning before the fire drill." Why does warning fit better than reassurance?
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