Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dire warning
phrase
/ˈdaɪər ˈwɔrnɪŋ/
Definition
A serious and urgent caution about a potential danger or negative consequence.
Examples
- The scientist issued a dire warning about the effects of climate change.
- After the storm damage, local authorities gave a dire warning to residents about the potential for flooding.
- His dire warning went unheeded, leading to great consequences.
Meaning
A dire warning indicates that something bad may happen if certain actions are not taken or if a particular situation is not addressed promptly.
Synonyms
- serious caution
- urgent alert
- ominous advice
