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beware
[bih-wair]
verb (used with object)
to be wary, cautious, or careful of (usually used imperatively).
Beware such inconsistency. Beware his waspish wit.
verb (used without object)
to be cautious or careful.
Beware of the dog.
beware
/ bɪˈwɛə /
verb
to be cautious or wary (of); be on one's guard (against)
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of beware1
Example Sentences
But beware: Such a policy may have its own limitations, such as refunding only 50% to 75% of the trip costs.
The second problem for the Phillies was that the Dodgers had only run the wheel play once this season, so even the best advance scouts could not have been warning the Phillies to beware.
"Major change is welcome and necessary, but beware of those who claim the answer to destroy the very system we built together over generations," he said without naming Mamdani, a self-described socialist.
The flier posted in the neighborhood includes a photo of a squirrel leaping in midair and the words “attack squirrel beware.”
In other words, ministers beware: AI could be coming for their jobs as well.
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When To Use
Beware means be careful or cautious—watch out for danger or other bad stuff.Beware is a command (or at least a suggestion). Sometimes, it’s used by itself, as in Beware! There are dark forces afoot! More commonly, it’s immediately followed by the specific thing you should beware of, as in Beware the words of politicians. Perhaps most commonly, it’s paired with the word of, such as on a sign that says Beware of cat. (You thought we were going to say Beware of dog, didn’t you? Stay alert, folks. Beware a wily dictionary.)Example: Before you enter the internet, there should be a sign that says “Beware of trolls.”
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