Warner

/ˈwɔːrnər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that warns or gives a warning.

The warner issued a bulletin about the impending storm.

An individual who notifies others of imminent danger or potential issues.

As a warner of safety violations, she reported the risky practices at the site.

A person who foresees and alerts others to potential future events.

He acted as a warner, cautioning his colleagues about the market downturn.

Derived from the verb 'warn', meaning to alert someone of potential danger.

early warner:

A person who informs others in advance, typically about risks or dangers.

false warner:

A warning that turns out to be unfounded or mistaken.

A person who often warns others unnecessarily.

Don't be such a warner; not every situation is a disaster!

Somebody seen as overly cautious or paranoid.

She’s a total warner; she thinks you'll catch a cold just from standing near the door.