Emily Dickinson Lexicon

caution, n. [Fr. 'security, surety' < L. caution-em, taking heed, heedfulness, caution.] (webplay: care, hold, precept, prudence, prudent).

1. Carefulness; wariness; prudence; [fig.] tenderness; sensitivity; gentleness.
2. Attentiveness; care; heedfulness; regard.