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caution vs wariness

wariness vs caution

caution and wariness both are nouns.

caution is a verb but wariness is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
caution Yes No Yes No
wariness Yes No No No
As nouns, wariness is a hyponym of caution; that is, wariness is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than caution:
  • caution: the trait of being circumspect and prudent
  • wariness: the trait of being cautious and watchful
Other hyponyms of caution include precaution, chariness.
caution (noun) wariness (noun)
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger the trait of being cautious and watchful
the trait of being circumspect and prudent
judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
a warning against certain acts
caution (verb) wariness (verb)
warn strongly; put on guard
Difference between caution and wariness

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