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⚠️Caution

noun
/ˈkɔː.ʃən/
cauterize cautionary
Caution definition card — visual illustration of the meaning Caution synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison Caution collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning about possible danger or problems
care taken to avoid danger or mistakes
Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example Sentences

The teacher gave a caution to students about the slippery stairs.

He proceeded with caution during the storm.

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

Synonyms

warning, care, prudence, vigilance, heed, precaution, carefulness, alertness
Entry 1
warning, care, prudence, vigilance
Entry 2
care, heed, vigilance, precaution
Entry 3
warning, prudence, vigilance, carefulness, alertness

Antonyms

recklessness, carelessness, negligence, neglect, indifference, heedlessness
Entry 1
recklessness, carelessness, negligence
Entry 2
recklessness, carelessness
Entry 3
neglect, carelessness, recklessness, indifference, heedlessness

Collocations

exercise caution, word of caution, proceed with caution, take caution, with caution
Entry 1
exercise caution, word of caution, proceed with caution
Entry 2
take caution, exercise caution, with caution

More Example Sentences

Should anyone in my family take precautions?

This is a sensitive topic, so I want to speak with caution.

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