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Meaning of circumspect

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

circumspect

Pronunciation:/ˈsɜː.kəm.spɛkt//ˈsɝ.kəm.spɛkt/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.

    Example: Being aware of the danger of upsetting her audience, she was somewhat circumspect in her comments.

    Synonyms:cautiouscharyprudentthoughtfulvigilantwary