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CAUTION

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Caution.

How to pronounce caution:

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Caution - as a noun

The trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger

Example: "A man of caution"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carefulness16cautiousness14
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
incaution11

A warning against certain acts

Example: "A caveat against unfair practices"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
caveat11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
warning11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger

Example: "He exercised caution in opening the door"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
care6forethought21precaution14

The trait of being circumspect and prudent

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
circumspection24
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discernment16discretion13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Caution - as a verb

Warn strongly; put on guard

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
admonish14monish11

Example Sentences

"He approached the edge of the cliff with caution."
"The sign on the road indicated caution due to construction."
"She advised her friend to proceed with caution."
"The hiker took caution while crossing the icy bridge."
"The doctor stressed the importance of exercising caution when using the new medication."
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Word Game Points

Is CAUTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, caution is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CAUTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is CAUTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, caution is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CAUTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CAUTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, caution is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CAUTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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