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

Given wild intraday market gyrations, to catch a market downswing you may have to act quickly—but beware: Hasty moves can lead to costly errors, says Ed Slott, president of Ed Slott & Co.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

She also excelled in the fast, showy aria in which she warns Dejanira to beware of jealousy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

“You’ll do well, Percy. Just remember your strengths and beware your weaknesses.”

From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan

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