forewarn Definition
inform (someone) of a danger or possible problem in advance.
Using forewarn: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forewarn" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I must forewarn you that the road ahead is dangerous.
Example
The weather forecast forewarned us of the storm.
Example
He was forewarned about the consequences of his actions but chose to ignore them.
forewarn Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with forewarn
if you are aware of a problem or danger beforehand, you can prepare for it
Example
I always check the weather forecast before going on a hike. Forewarned is forearmed.
if you are aware of something beforehand, you can predict what will happen
Example
I heard that the company is going through some financial difficulties. Forewarned is foretold, I guess.
if you are aware of a problem or danger beforehand, you can take steps to avoid it
Example
I was forewarned about the traffic jam on the highway, so I took an alternate route. Forewarned is forewarned.
Origins of forewarn
from Old English 'for' meaning 'before' and 'warnian' meaning 'to warn'
Summary: forewarn in Brief
'Forewarn' [fɔːˈwɔːn] means to inform someone of a potential danger or problem in advance. It is often used in formal contexts, such as 'I must forewarn you that the road ahead is dangerous.' The phrase 'forewarned is forearmed' means that being aware of a problem beforehand allows one to prepare for it.
