⚠️cautionary

adjective
/ˈkɔːʃənˌɛri/

Meaning

serving as a warning; intended to prevent problems or mistakes by giving advice or examples

Example Sentences

The report offers a cautionary message about unchecked spending.

Example Expressions

cautionary tale

Synonyms

warning, preventive, admonitory, forewarning, advisory

Antonyms

encouraging, reassuring, permissive

Collocations

cautionary tale, cautionary advice, cautionary note, cautionary example

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