Meaning & Definition of Caution in English
English⟶
Caution
/kɑʃən/
noun
1. The trait of being cautious
- Being attentive to possible danger
- "A man of caution"
synonym:
- caution,
- cautiousness,
- carefulness
2. A warning against certain acts
- "A caveat against unfair practices"
synonym:
- caution,
- caveat
3. Judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
- "He exercised caution in opening the door"
- "He handled the vase with care"
synonym:
- caution,
- precaution,
- care,
- forethought
4. The trait of being circumspect and prudent
synonym:
- circumspection,
- caution
verb
1. Warn strongly
- Put on guard
synonym:
- caution,
- admonish,
- monish