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cir·cum·spect
 circumspect
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- pronunciation:
- suhr
k
 m
spekt
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition: |
characterized by prudent consideration of circumstances or consequences; discreet; cautious.
Her friend's car accident after heavy drinking had made her more circumspect.- synonyms:
- cautious, discreet, judicious
- antonyms:
- impulsive, incautious
- similar words:
- careful, chary, guarded, mindful, politic, provident, prudent, sagacious, wary
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| related words: |
cagey, deliberate, diplomatic, discreet, gingerly, judicious, levelheaded, noncommittal, shrewd, tactful, vigilant |
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| derivations: |
circumspectly (adv.), circumspection (n.), circumspectness (n.) |
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