caution

• Nom désignant l'attention, la prudence ou l'avertissement donné pour éviter un danger potentiel, un risque ou une erreur.

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.

   prudence

   • 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.

   Synonymesalertnesscarecarefulnesscircumspectiondiscretionprudencevigilancewarinesswatchfulness

   Antonymescarelessnessfoolishnessimprudencerashnessrecklessness

2. B1formal

   A formal warning or notice about potential danger.

   avertissement

   • 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.

   Synonymesadmonishmentadmonitionalertcaveatforewarningheads-upnoticered flagtip-offwarning

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action d'avertir quelqu'un d'un danger potentiel ou d'un problème, ou de recommander la prudence.

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.

   avertir, mettre en garde

   • 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.

   Synonymesadvisealertappriseforewarnwarn

2. B2formal

   To advise someone to be careful or to avoid something.

   mettre en garde

   • 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.

   Synonymesadmonishalertcounselforewarnwarn

   Antonymesencouragegoadinciteurge