alert

UK
/əˈlɜːt/
US
/əˈlɜrt/
alertnoun
alerts
pl
UK
/əˈlɜːt/
US
/əˈlɝt/
Translations
The city issued an alert about the incoming storm.
La ville a lancé une alerte à propos de la tempête qui arrivait.
Definitions
A warning or signal of danger or a problem.
The city issued an alert about the incoming storm.
A state of being watchful and ready to respond.
The soldiers were on high alert during the night.
An electronic notification or message that provides information or a warning.
I received an alert on my phone about a traffic jam on my route.
alertverb
alerted
Past Simple
alerted
Past Participle
alerting
Gerund
UK
/əˈlɜːt/
US
/əˈlɝːt/
Translations
The security system is designed to alert the homeowner if there is an intruder.
Le système de sécurité est conçu pour alerter le propriétaire s'il y a un intrus.
Definitions
To warn someone of a danger, threat, or problem, typically with the intention of prompting action.
The security system is designed to alert the homeowner if there is an intruder.
To make someone aware of something, especially a new or important piece of information.
The teacher alerted the students to the changes in the exam schedule.
alertadjective
alerter
Comp.
alertest
Super.
UK
/əˈlɜːt/
US
/əˈlɜrt/
Translations
The security guard remained alert throughout the night shift.
Le gardien de sécurité est resté alerte pendant toute la nuit.
Definitions
Quick to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances; vigilant.
The security guard remained alert throughout the night shift.
Able to think clearly and react quickly; mentally acute.
Despite the late hour, she was still alert and ready to continue the discussion.