Forewarn (Verb)
Meaning
Warn in advance or beforehand; give an early warning; "I forewarned him of the trouble that would arise if he showed up at his ex-wife's house".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- She forewarned her son of the possible consequences of exceeding the speed limit while driving on the highway.
- His wise mentor forewarned him of the challenges he would face if he decided to start his own business.
- The experts forewarned the city of the impending storm surge and devastating effects of the Category 5 hurricane.
- She didn't want to frighten her children, but she decided to forewarn them about the strong likelihood of losing their family home due to debt.
- If you are traveling abroad, make sure you are aware of local laws and customs to forewarn you against any action that may seem innocent to you but offend the locals.