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caution

('k/O//S//@/n )

the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger(noun.attribute)

Example:
A man of caution.

Synonym:
carefulness, cautiousness
Antonym:
incaution, incautiousness

source: wordnet30
a warning against certain acts(noun.communication)

Synonym:
caveat

source: wordnet30
judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger(noun.cognition)

Example:
He exercised caution in opening the door.

Synonym:
care, forethought, precaution

source: wordnet30
the trait of being circumspect and prudent(noun.attribute)

Synonym:
circumspection

source: wordnet30
A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided; prudence in regard to danger; provident care; wariness.(noun)

source: webster1913
A pledge, bond, or other security for the performance of an obligation either in or out of judicial proceedings; the promise or contract of one not for himself but another; security.(noun)

source: webster1913

warn strongly; put on guard(verb.communication)

Synonym:
admonish, monish

source: wordnet30
To give notice of danger to; to warn; to exhort [one] to take heed.(verb)

source: webster1913

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