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cautionary definition

cau·tion·ary (-er′ē)

adjective

urging caution or intended to warn; warning; admonishing

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cautionary Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • tale: The cautionary tale of a young would-be wizard who tries casting spells.

Modifying Another Word

  • perhaps: Perhaps cautionary tales that circulated among oppressed and ignorant people came to be believed.
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