Synonyms for Precaution
Definition of precaution
noun
- a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.; "he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution"; "an insurance policy is a good safeguard"; "we let our guard down"
- the trait of practicing caution in advance
- judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "precaution"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like care, caution, forethought can replace "precaution" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Precaution" in song lyrics
See how precaution is used in real songs:
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"However, sometimes you can take too much precaution"
Afroman — Just My Paranoia -
"Gotta take precaution"
Benzino f/ Fatal Hussein — Redemption (Rosary) -
"This might be dangerous, so please proceed with precaution"
Boogiemonsters — Mark of the Beast II (R.S.V.)