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Cautious (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Showing careful forethought; "reserved and cautious; never making swift decisions"; "a cautious driver".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • She is a cautious investor, always researching and analyzing the market before making a decision.
  • He was a cautious driver, always following the speed limit and checking his mirrors regularly.
  • The company was cautious in its initial public offering, underpricing its stock to ensure a successful launch.
  • As a newcomer to the city, Sarah was cautious about navigating unfamiliar neighborhoods alone at night.
  • The doctor was cautious in her diagnosis, ordering additional tests to rule out any other possible causes of the symptoms.

Antonyms

  • Incautious

Related Words

  • Cautiousness (noun)
  • Cautious (noun)
  • Caution (noun)

Meaning 2

Avoiding excess; "a conservative estimate".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The investor took a cautious approach, diversifying her portfolio to minimize risk.
  • The engineer provided a cautious estimate of 10-15 years before the new technology would be widely adopted.
  • She was a cautious spender, preferring to save her money rather than splurge on luxury items.
  • The company's cautious expansion plans were criticized by some as being too slow and restrictive.
  • The chef was cautious not to over-season the dish, as the flavors could quickly become overpowering.

Synonyms

  • Conservative
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