What does caution mean?
Caution means Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm..
Caution
/ˈkɔːʃ(ə)n/ · noun
Meaning
Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm..
Definitions by Sense
- Prudence when faced with, or when expecting to face, danger; care taken in order to avoid risk or harm.
- A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided.
- Security; guaranty; bail.
- (dated) One who draws attention or causes astonishment by their behaviour.
- (law) A formal warning given as an alternative to prosecution in minor cases.
- (soccer) A yellow card.
- (transitive) To warn; to alert, advise that caution is warranted.
- (soccer) To give a yellow card.
Example Sentences
take caution
have caution
exercise great caution
utmost caution is required when travelling in this dangerous neighbourhood
act with caution
proceed without due caution
sound a note of caution
In way of caution I must tell you.
Synonyms for caution
Antonyms for caution
Related Words
Word Forms
- cautions
- cautioning
- cautioned
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for caution?
Common synonyms include caution, cautiousness, caginess, care.
What is the opposite of caution?
Possible antonyms include incaution, incautiousness.
How do you use caution in a sentence?
take caution
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