beware
Pronunciation: [bɪˈwɛr]
Word
Context: “warning”
(verb) to pay attention to something that could be dangerous or harmful. It's like when someone tells you to be careful about something so that you don't get hurt or have a bad experience.
Example
Please beware of the slippery floor in the hallway.
Example
He did not beware of the traffic when he crossed the street.
Example
Do you think we should beware of the wild animals in the area?
Context: “caution”
(verb) to advise someone to be careful about a certain situation. It's like telling a friend to keep an eye out for something that might go wrong.
Example
She warned him to beware of scams online.
Example
The teacher said we should not beware of asking questions in class.
Example
Why should we beware of sharing personal information on social media?
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