Definitions for caution

Definitions for (noun) caution

Main entry: carefulness, caution, cautiousness

Definition: the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger

Usage: a man of caution


Main entry: circumspection, caution

Definition: the trait of being circumspect and prudent


Main entry: care, caution, forethought, precaution

Definition: judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger

Usage: he exercised caution in opening the door; he handled the vase with care


Main entry: caution, caveat

Definition: a warning against certain acts

Usage: a caveat against unfair practices


Definitions for (verb) caution

Main entry: admonish, caution, monish

Definition: warn strongly; put on guard


Visual thesaurus for caution