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Adjective precautionary- has 1 sense
- precautionary, precautional - taken in advance to protect against possible danger or failure; "gave precautionary advice"; "I would take precautionary steps to keep him away"
Antonym: permissive (indirect, via preventive)
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Precautionary
Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition:
Made or done in advance to prevent harm or danger; serving as a precaution.
Senses:
- Used to describe actions or measures taken beforehand to mitigate risks.
- Referring to an individual who tends to take precautions in various situations.
Usage:
Sense 1:
- As a precautionary measure, she locked all the windows before leaving the house.
- The company implemented precautionary measures to ensure the safety of its employees.
- In light of recent events, the government advised everyone to take precautionary measures against cyberattacks.
Sense 2:
- John has always been a precautionary person, carrying an umbrella even on sunny days.
- The precautionary behavior of the hiker saved him from a potential snake bite.
- Being a precautionary driver, she never exceeds the speed limit.
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