Synonyms for

Notifications

Verb / ˌnəʊtʌfʌˈkeɪʃʌnz / Another word for notifications — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Notifications are messages or alerts that inform someone of new information or an event.

Synonyms & similar words

apprisal notice telling notification presentment alerts announcements messages notices updates warnings reminders advices annunciations bulletins communications info intelligence news tidings word admonitions alarms heads-up instructions

Synonyms by register

Formal

announcements advisories communications dispatches

Informal

alerts updates heads-ups memos

Literary

tidings portents omens

Antonyms

silence ignorance unawareness oblivion secrecy hush

Common collocations

  • push notifications
  • email notifications
  • receive notifications
  • send notifications
  • notification system
  • notification settings
  • missed notifications
  • notification banner

Word family

noun notification
verb notify
adjective notifiable

Usage note

While 'notifications' is commonly used in digital contexts, it can also refer to formal announcements or warnings in other settings. Avoid using it for casual gossip.

Example sentences

  1. 1. I got a notification that my favorite show will be airing tonight.
  2. 2. The notification on my phone woke me up this morning.
  3. 3. She turned off all of her notifications to avoid distractions.
  4. 4. The notification system at the school keeps parents informed about upcoming events.
  5. 5. I received a notification from my bank that my account balance was too low.

Quotes

  • 1. "Notifications wake us up, interrupt our conversations, and distract us from our work. But they’re also a powerful tool for keeping us informed and connected." - Nir Eyal
  • 2. "Notifications remind us that we are not alone. They are like taps on the shoulder from people who care about us." - Simon Sinek
  • 3. "Notifications are a way for apps to grab your attention, but they can also be a way for you to stay productive and informed." - Karen Freeman-Smith

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