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warning Synonyms

Another word for warning

Choosing another word for warning depends on context, so the 22 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or unpleasant situation.

Usage Example

"The meteorology department issued a severe weather alert for the coastal areas."

Strongest
alert
advisory
Strong
caution
alarm
forewarning
red flag
omen
Weak
portent
threat

• noun (Context 2)

Advance notice of something that will happen, typically allowing time for preparation.

Usage Example

"They closed the highway without any notice, causing massive traffic jams."

Strongest
notice
notification
Strong
forewarning
heads-up
word
announcement
Weak
intimation

• noun (Context 3)

A formal disciplinary notice or advice given to someone regarding their conduct or performance.

Usage Example

"The employee received a written reprimand for repeatedly arriving late to work."

Strongest
reprimand
caution
Strong
admonition
admonishment
rebuke
reproof
Weak
citation
ultimatum

Opposites of warning

The opposite of warning shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

all-clear
commendation
praise
reassurance
assurance
endorsement
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• Nearby Words

warmup
warn
warner
warning
warningly
warp
warpaint

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Warning. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/warning
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