circumspect as an adjective: - 1
circumspect
adjective
1 circumspect
Heedful of potential consequences:
— Circumspect actions.
— Physicians are now more circumspect about recommending its use.
synonym: discreet.
Roget 864:
cautious,
wary,
guarded;
on one's guard
etc.
(watchful)
459;
cavendo tutus [Lat.];
in medio tutissimus [Lat.];
vigilant.
careful,
heedful;
cautelous†,
stealthy,
chary,
shy of,
circumspect,
prudent,
discreet,
politic;
sure-footed
etc.
(skillful)
698.
unenterprising,
unadventurous,
cool,
steady,
self-possessed;
overcautious.
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