forewarning Meaning & Definition
What Does Forewarning Mean?
Forewarning is used as a verb meaning present participle and gerund of forewarn. As a noun, it means An advance warning; an omen.
Word Facts for Forewarning
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | premonition |
| Plural | forewarnings |
Forewarning Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of forewarn
Forewarning as a Noun
- An advance warning; an omen.
Verb
- To warn in advance.
Synonyms of Forewarning
Forewarning synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
forewarning
forewarning (countable and uncountable, plural forewarnings)
Words That Rhyme With Forewarning
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Origin of Forewarning
Origin 1: See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.
Origin 2: From Middle English forwarning, equivalent to forewarn + -ing or fore- + warning. Cognate with German Vorwarnung (“forewarning”), Swedish förvarning (“forewarning”).
Common Questions About Forewarning
Is forewarning a verb or a noun?
Forewarning is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for forewarning?
Words with a similar meaning to forewarning include premonition. See the full list of forewarning synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of forewarning?
The plural of forewarning is forewarnings.