precautionary
1 synonym for precautionary, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Done as a precaution, to prevent a possible problem.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
precautional
How to use precautionary
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
precautionary measure
precautionary step
Etymology
From "precaution" plus the adjective suffix "-ary."
Full origin of precautionary →Frequently asked questions
What does “precautionary” mean?
The word “precautionary” means done as a precaution, to prevent a possible problem. In plain terms, describes an action taken just in case, to head off a possible problem.
How do you use “precautionary” in a sentence?
Here is “precautionary” used in a sentence: “The school closed early as a precautionary measure due to the storm.”
What part of speech is “precautionary”?
“Precautionary” is an adjective.
Is “precautionary” a common word?
“Precautionary” is an uncommon word in modern English.
