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precaution Synonyms

Another word for precaution

Choosing another word for precaution depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A measure taken in advance to prevent something dangerous, unpleasant, or inconvenient from happening.

Usage Example

"The hikers packed extra water and thermal blankets as a safeguard against sudden changes in mountain weather."

Strongest
safeguard
Strong
preventive
provision
protection
defense
Weak
insurance

• noun (Context 2)

Care, forethought, or prudence exercised in advance to avoid potential risk or harm.

Usage Example

"With proper caution and regular maintenance, most laboratory accidents can be easily avoided."

Strongest
caution
forethought
Strong
foresight
prudence
carefulness
circumspection
wariness
vigilance

Opposites of precaution

The opposite of precaution shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

carelessness
imprudence
incaution
negligence
heedlessness
rashness
recklessness
See all opposites of precaution

• Nearby Words

precariously
precariousness
precast
precaution
precautionary
precede
precedence

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Precaution. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/precaution
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