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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

cautionary

/kɔːʊˈneɪri/ adjective · British & US
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What does cautionary mean?

adjective

Serving as a warning or caution; intended to warn or caution. Used to express a warning or caution.

Example

"The cautionary tale about the dangers of smoking helped to deter many young people from taking up the habit."

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