caution

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: cau-tion (2)

English Definition

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes.

Example Sentence

We should exercise caution when crossing the street.

US IPA /ˈkɔːʃn/

UK IPA /ˈkɔːʃn/

care wariness prudence vigilance

carelessness recklessness negligence