caution

• Существительное, обозначающее внимательность, осмотрительность или предупреждение, данное для избежания потенциальной опасности, риска или ошибок.

A noun referring to careful attention, prudence, or a warning given to avoid potential danger, risk, or mistakes.

1. Careful behaviorB1formal

   The quality of being careful to avoid danger or mistakes.

   Осторожность

   • You should exercise caution when driving in the rain.
   • He handled the fragile vase with great caution.
   • Caution is advised when dealing with unknown chemicals.

   Synonymsalertnesscarecarefulnesscircumspectiondiscretionprudencevigilancewarinesswatchfulness

   Antonymscarelessnessfoolishnessimprudencerashnessrecklessness

2. B1formal

   A formal warning or notice about potential danger.

   Предупреждение

   • The sign read 'Caution: Wet Floor'.
   • The police issued a caution about the slippery roads.
   • The doctor gave a caution about the side effects of the medication.

   Synonymsadmonishmentadmonitionalertcaveatforewarningheads-upnoticered flagtip-offwarning

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия предупреждения кого-либо о потенциальной опасности или проблеме.

A verb used to indicate the act of warning someone about a potential danger or problem.

1. B2formal

   To warn someone about a possible danger or problem.

   Предупреждать

   • The police cautioned drivers about the icy roads.
   • He cautioned her against investing in risky stocks.
   • The sign cautioned visitors to stay on the path.

   Synonymsadvisealertappriseforewarnwarn

2. B2formal

   To advise someone to be careful or to avoid something.

   Предостерегать

   • The doctor cautioned him to avoid strenuous exercise.
   • She cautioned the team not to rush the decision.
   • Experts caution against using too much salt in your diet.

   Synonymsadmonishalertcounselforewarnwarn

   Antonymsencouragegoadinciteurge