Synonyms for

Alerting

Verb / ʌˈlɜ:tɪŋ / Another word for alerting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of giving a warning or notifying someone of danger or a problem.

Synonyms & similar words

alert alarm alertness warning notifying informing advising cautioning awakening rallying rousing stirring prompting alarms signals warnings notifications advisements

Example sentences

  1. The smoke detector was alerting us of a possible fire.
  2. The lifeguard was alerting swimmers of the dangerous riptide.
  3. The news anchor was alerting viewers of the severe weather approaching.
  4. The security system was alerting the police of a break-in.
  5. The teacher was alerting the students of the upcoming test.

Quotes

  • Alerting the world about the dangers of smoking was a life-long passion for Surgeon General Luther Terry.
  • Your phone is like a treasure chest of personal information and sensitive data, and it's important to be alerting to the fact that it is at risk.
  • I believe in alerting people who are still alive to the dangers we face as a nation and as a planet.

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