warn

US /wɔːrn/
UK /wɔːrn/
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1.

to inform someone in advance of a possible danger, problem, or unpleasant situation

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We tried to warn them about the approaching storm.
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I warned him not to touch the hot stove.
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alertcautionforewarnnotifyadvise
2.

to give someone advice or information about something, especially something that might be useful or helpful

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The doctor warned him against smoking.
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She warned me that the road would be slippery.
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advisecounselrecommendsuggest
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