caution
UK: ˈkɔːʃən | US: ˈkɑːʃən
n. carefulness to avoid danger or mistakes
vt. to warn someone about potential danger
caution = cau<beware> + tion<noun suffix>
- cau (from Latin cavēre, meaning "to beware, take care")
- tion (a noun-forming suffix indicating state or action, from Latin -tio)
Etymology Origin:
The word "caution" traces back to Latin cautio, derived from cavēre ("to beware"). The root cau- reflects vigilance, while -tion transforms it into a noun denoting the state of being careful. Over time, it evolved in Old French as caucion before entering Middle English with its modern spelling and dual role as both noun and verb.
She exercised extreme caution while walking on the icy path.
The sign cautioned drivers about the sharp turn ahead.
His advice was given with a tone of caution.
Scientists caution against drawing conclusions too quickly.
The teacher’s caution prevented accidents in the lab.