The phrase "cautionary tone" means speaking or writing with a sense of warning or concern. It is used to advise or remind someone to be careful or think about the potential risks or consequences of a situation. Full definition
In his annual letter to shareholders, released early Thursday, Dimon struck a highly cautionary tone when discussing the big decisions facing the Fed. (businessinsider.com)
Amid market concerns that the Fed was about to resume its rate - hiking cycle, Brainard instead offered cautionary tones against moving too fast. (cnbc.com)
Despite Graham's cautionary tone above, he did not necessarily exclude long - term and fixed assets from his assessment of value. (greenbackd.com)