noun
Common
notification
noh-tih-fih-KAYSHN
Notification (noun) means a message or alert informing someone of something. Example: “She got a notification that her package had been delivered.”
noun
1
A message or alert informing someone of something.
"She got a notification that her package had been delivered."
"Turn off the notification sounds on your phone if they distract you."
"A notification popped up on the screen just as the meeting started."
2
The act of officially notifying someone.
"Notification of the exam results will be sent by email."
"The law requires written notification of any change to your contract."
"Tenants must receive notification before the landlord enters the property."
How to use notification
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA message that tells you something, whether an app alert or an official announcement.
Common pairings
push notification
send a notification
receive notification
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Etymology
From Latin nōtificātiō, via Old French notification.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for notification
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Frequently asked questions
What does “notification” mean?
The word “notification” means a message or alert informing someone of something. In plain terms, a message that tells you something, whether an app alert or an official announcement.
How do you pronounce “notification”?
“Notification” is pronounced noh-tih-fih-KAYSHN (/ˌnoʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “notification” in a sentence?
Here is “notification” used in a sentence: “She got a notification that her package had been delivered.”
What part of speech is “notification”?
“Notification” is a noun.
Where does the word “notification” come from?
The word “notification” comes from Latin. From Latin nōtificātiō, via Old French notification.
Is “notification” a common word?
“Notification” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “notification” have?
“Notification” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a message or alert informing someone of something.
What is the difference between a notification and an alert?
Both a notification and an alert inform someone of something, and the words often overlap. An alert usually stresses urgency or the need for immediate attention, whereas a notification can be any message that simply passes on information.
What is the difference between notification and notice?
A notification is a message or alert that informs someone of something, or the act of officially telling them. Notice is closely related but often refers to a formal warning or a period of advance information, as in "giving notice."
Which prepositions are used with notification?
Notification is typically followed by "of," as in "notification of a change," or by "about." When a notification is delivered, you usually "send" or "receive" it.
Is notification a countable noun?
Yes, notification is countable when it refers to individual messages or alerts, so you can have one notification or many notifications. In the sense of the act of officially notifying someone, it is often used uncountably.
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