caution
Definition
- n. the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger
- n. a warning against certain acts
- n. judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
- v. warn strongly; put on guard
Word forms
- Past participle
- cautioned
- Past tense
- cautioned
- Third person singular
- cautions
- Present participle
- cautioning
Example sentences
n.
The sign on the road was a caution to drivers about the sharp turn ahead.
vt.
She cautioned him not to talk to strangers.
n.
The system sent a caution to the operator about the high temperature.