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inform vs warn

warn vs inform

inform and warn both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
inform No No Yes No
warn No No Yes No
As verbs, warn is a hyponym of inform; that is, warn is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than inform:
  • inform: impart knowledge of some fact, state of affairs, or event to
  • warn: notify, usually in advance
inform (verb) warn (verb)
give character or essence to notify of danger, potential harm, or risk
impart knowledge of some fact, state of affairs, or event to advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior
act as an informer notify, usually in advance
ask to go away
Difference between inform and warn

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