An alert is a message or sign that tells people to be careful or ready because something dangerous or important is happening. It helps people stay safe by giving a warning.
The alert told us to stay inside.
The weather alert warns about storms.
When someone is alert, they pay close attention and notice things fast. Being alert means you are ready to react quickly to what is happening.
She is always alert in class.
Be alert when you cross streets.
To alert someone means to tell them quickly about something important or dangerous. It helps others act fast and stay safe or prepare.
They alerted the police about the fire.
Please alert me if there is a problem.
Alert means being ready and paying full attention because there might be danger soon. This word is often used for soldiers or emergency workers watching carefully.
The troops were kept on alert all night.
The city was on alert after the earthquake.
An alert is a short message on a phone or computer that tells you about something new or important, like a message or event.
I got an alert on my phone today.
Alerts warn me about new emails.
To alert someone in this meaning means to officially tell a person or group about a problem or danger, so they can act. It is often used in formal or legal situations.
The company alerted authorities about the spill.
He alerted the manager of the issue.
