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Definition of Cautionary
1. Adjective. Warding off. "The swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"
2. Adjective. Serving to warn. "An exemplary jail sentence"
Exact synonyms: Admonitory, Exemplary, Monitory, Warning
Similar to: Dissuasive
Derivative terms: Admonish, Admonish, Caution, Example
Similar to: Dissuasive
Derivative terms: Admonish, Admonish, Caution, Example
Definition of Cautionary
1. a. Conveying a caution, or warning to avoid danger; as, cautionary signals.
Definition of Cautionary
1. Adjective. Serving to caution or warn; admonitory ¹
2. Adjective. Serving to ward off; preventive ¹
3. Adjective. (obsolete) Held as security or hostage ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Cautionary
1. [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Cautionary
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