Caution meaning

What does “caution” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“caution” is a noun and verb with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger.

caution

noun

the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger
“a man of caution”
Synonymscautiousness carefulness
Oppositesincaution
a warning against certain acts
“a caveat against unfair practices”
Synonymscaveat
judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
“he exercised caution in opening the door”
“he handled the vase with care”
Synonymsprecaution care forethought
the trait of being circumspect and prudent
Synonymscircumspection

verb

warn strongly; put on guard
Synonymsadmonish monish

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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