Synonyms for

Heed

Verb / hi:d / Another word for heed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to pay attention to or take notice of someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

regard attentiveness mind listen payingattention inattentiveness mind follow obey observe watch notice mark regard consider heedful caution warning

Synonyms by register

Formal

attend consider note observe

Informal

listen to pay attention to mind watch out for

Literary

hark mark

Antonyms

ignore disregard neglect overlook dismiss reject slight

Common collocations

  • heed the warning
  • heed the advice
  • heed the call
  • heed the signs
  • heed the consequences
  • heed the words
  • heed the danger

Word family

noun heed
verb heed

Usage note

Heed is a somewhat formal verb, often used with negative constructions like 'do not heed' or 'failed to heed'. It implies paying attention to a warning or advice.

Example sentences

  1. I told him to heed my warning, but he didn't listen.
  2. If you don't heed the advice of your doctor, you may get sick.
  3. It's important to heed the instructions on the label.
  4. She failed to heed the stop sign and got into an accident.
  5. I always heed my mother's advice.

Quotes

  • He who does not heed the advice of others will eventually be taught by experience.
  • To be wise and love, Exceeds man's might: that dwells with gods above.
  • Those who do not heed the warnings of history are doomed to repeat its mistakes.

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