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Precautious

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

At the forefront of concern for potential danger; showing or exercising caution.

Sample Sentence: It is always advisable to be precautious while driving on icy roads.

Sense 2:

Wary and vigilant; tending to take preventive measures.

Sample Sentence: The family was precautious when dealing with strangers in their neighborhood.

Sense 3:

Relating to or involving precautions or preventive measures.

Sample Sentence: The construction team followed the precautious guidelines to ensure the safety of the workers.