Definitions

cautious

[kaw-shuhs] / ˈkɔ ʃəs /

ADJECTIVE

careful, guarded

Synonyms

STRONGEST

circumspect discreet judicious leery prudent tentative vigilant wary watchful

STRONG

alert safe

WEAK

all ears cagey calculating chary considerate forethoughtful gingerly hedging one's bets heedful keeping on one's toes on the lookout playing it cool playing safe politic provident pussyfoot shrewd taking it easy taking it slow thinking twice walking on eggs watching one's step watching out with one's eyes peeled

Antonyms

STRONGEST

careless certain foolish inattentive incautious indiscreet negligent rash reckless sure thoughtless uncareful unwise

WEAK

hasty heedless imprudent unguarded unobservant

Example Sentences

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“We are increasingly cautious on the short to mid-term outlook until delivery consistency improves,” analyst Ross Bennett says.

From The Wall Street Journal

Accelerate gently and drive slowly, and be especially cautious around high-sided vehicles and when overtaking.

From BBC

“This means we need to stay extremely cautious as the market has been stuck in an uncertain phase for quite a long time,” they added.

From Barron's

"The idea there are 800 people ready and willing to move into those jobs, you need to be cautious about that," added Jones.

From BBC

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