Definition

Not having received a warning or alert about something that may happen.

Example

She was unwarned about the sudden change in plans, which surprised her.

Conversation

Did you hear about the party last night?

No, I didn't! I was totally unwarned about it.

Yeah, I think they kept it pretty low-key.

That makes sense. I would have gone if I had known!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unwarned → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "warn" (from Old English *warnian*, meaning to give notice or caution). The word "unwarned" means not having been given notice or caution.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having received a 'warning' — that's why unwarned means not warned.

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