Beware

/bɪˈwɛər/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Used to warn someone to be cautious or alert to danger or risk.

Beware of the dog; it may bite.

To be cautious or careful about something.

You should beware of scams when shopping online.

To be on one's guard or alert to potential danger.

Beware of falling rocks while hiking in the mountains.

Middle English; from be- + ware (adjective meaning 'wary')

beware the Ides of March

a warning to be cautious about the dangers that may come at a specific time

beware of Greeks bearing gifts

an admonition to be wary of those who may seem friendly but have ulterior motives

wary

feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems

caution

care taken to avoid danger or mistakes

alert

quick to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances

heads up

Just a heads up, watch out for that guy.

keep your eyes peeled

Keep your eyes peeled for any suspicious behavior.