caution

/kˈɑʃən/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger
   “a man of caution”
2. a warning against certain acts
   “a caveat against unfair practices”
3. judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
   “he exercised caution in opening the door”
4. the trait of being circumspect and prudent

verb

1. warn strongly; put on guard

Synonyms for caution

• cautiousness
• carefulness
• caveat
• precaution
• care
• forethought
• circumspection
• admonish
• monish

Antonyms of caution

• incaution