warning

Definition

  • noun: something (such as an action or a statement) that tells someone about possible danger or trouble
  • noun: the act of warning
  • adjective: serving as an alarm, signal, summons, or admonition
  • synonyms: cautioning, admonishing, admonition

Examples

  • Falling prices may be a 'warning sign' of a recession. [=may indicate that a recession is coming]

  • There were storm 'warnings' [=warnings that a storm was approaching] issued for the area.

  • I'm giving you 'fair warning' that you had better not discuss politics at dinner tonight.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Take it. Take it, take it. Make the trade. Make the trade! I'm so sorry. I'm sorry, yeah. This is your last warning, then I have to ask you to leave the hall. I understand, yes. I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. Just, please. Don't fall for that. (..)
    2014 The Dark Horse