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alert

The word “alert” has 2 syllables: a-lert

It's pronounced as /əˈlɝːt/

What is synonym and antonym for alert?

In the thesaurus, “alert” has 222 synonyms and 192 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for alert along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for alert

Antonyms for alert

Meanings of alert

  • noun
    1. An alarm.
    2. A notification of higher importance than an advisory.
    3. A state of readiness for potential combat.
  • adjective
    1. Attentive; awake; on guard.
    2. Brisk; nimble; moving with celerity.
  • verb
    1. To give warning to.

Example Sentences

  • The guard stayed alert throughout the night.
  • Drivers must remain alert when crossing busy intersections.
  • She was alert to every sound in the dark forest.
  • The system will send an alert if there is a security breach.
  • Staying alert helped him avoid the sudden accident.

On this page you'll find 414 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to alert, such as: Argus-eyed, absent, absentminded, absentmindedness, absorbed, absorption, abstracted.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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