Synonyms of precautionary

precautionary

adjective

as in preventative

concerned with or serving to keep something from happening

prior to the game, we moved the furniture out of the way as a precautionary measure

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preventative
• preventive
• prophylactic
• deterring
• blocking
• deterrent
• frustrating
• neutralizing
• baffling
• negating
• nullifying
• retardant
• hampering
• hindering
• impeding
• thwarting
• foiling
• balking
• stalling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• assisting
• aiding
• facilitating
• encouraging
• smoothing
• nurturing
• promoting
• easing
• forwarding
• fostering
• abetting
• furthering

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of precautionary

Pardede expects the market adjustment may come in stages, from precautionary selling through the first half of 2027 and mechanical selling if MSCI confirms the move by June. — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2026

The Haussmann store has since reduced the number of entrances to better control the flows and has covered its windows with blackout stickers as a precautionary measure. — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026

In Bologna, the disorders led to the precautionary closure of the railway station. — Tyler Speicher, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026

Tens of thousands of residents were still without power Saturday due to the blustery conditions, ongoing fires and precautionary power shutoffs intended to prevent new blazes, according to utility providers. — Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026

Colorado State Patrol The trooper was rushed to the hospital for a precautionary medical evaluation. — Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

Russian media cited officials saying that nearly 200 people who had been in contact with the woman had been placed under precautionary medical observation. — Janis MacKey Frayer, NBC news, 5 Oct. 2026

An aluminum plant near the laboratory instructed staff to wear masks as a precautionary measure. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2026

In the state of Jalisco, schools were closed Wednesday in 30 municipalities as a precautionary measure. — Mead Gruver, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026