Precautionary (Adjective)
Meaning
Taken in advance to protect against possible danger or failure; "gave precautionary advice"; "I would take precautionary steps to keep him away".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The company took precautionary measures to secure their databases against cyber threats.
- Due to the storm warning, the city council issued a precautionary evacuation order for coastal residents.
- The doctor prescribed some precautionary medication to alleviate potential side effects of the surgery.
- Before traveling to the foreign country, she took precautionary steps to verify the safety of her accommodations.
- The team's coach gave the players some precautionary advice on how to prevent common sports injuries.