beware

[bih-wair] / bɪˈwɛər /

VERB

be careful

Synonyms

STRONGEST

heed take care

STRONG

attend avoid mind notice shun

WEAK

be cautious be wary guard against keep eyes open keep on one's toes keep one's distance look out mind p's and q's refrain from steer clear of take heed walk on eggs watch one's step watch out

Antonyms

STRONG

disregard face ignore meet neglect

WEAK

court invite risk take on

Example Sentences

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But beware of viewing nuclear as an energy panacea.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

But things change, and beware of Matsumoto, the pitcher.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Fliers beware: It looks like flights will keep getting more expensive and harder to find, even after this week.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Plus, beware extra-long security lines and rising airfares.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

Nobody paid much attention—we didn’t need a sign to make us beware of Gladys.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson