content warning

American  

[kon-tent wawr-ning] / ˈkɒn tɛnt ˌwɔr nɪŋ /

noun

1. a stated warning that the content of the immediately following text, video, etc., may upset or offend some people: CW

   Gee, thanks for the content warning for snakes, but it didn’t stop me from seeing those pictures on my Instagram timeline.

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Etymology

Origin of content warning

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

A university spokesperson said the content warning "enables students to make an informed decision before choosing the module".

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Her author’s note serves as a brief content warning — one that is wholly merited, as the book touches on numerous sensitive but important topics.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023

Another corny content warning here, but I felt as if I already knew him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2023

A show that starts that way should come with a content warning: These clichés may hurt your teeth.

From New York Times • Nov. 7, 2022

Be wary that, as expected for a Game of Thrones spinoff, the series comes with a mature content warning.

From The Verge • Sep. 5, 2022