forewarner

/ˈfɔːrˌwɒrnər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that warns of a future event or situation

“The forewarner of the impending storm was a flock of birds flying frantically in all directions.”

2. verb

To warn or give warning of a future event or situation

“The meteorologist warned the villagers that a tornado was forewarning its approach.”

Synonyms

  • precursor
  • premonition

Antonyms

  • ignorance
  • oblivion