Guardedly (Adverb)
Meaning
In a conservative manner; "we estimated the number of demonstrators conservatively at 200,000.".
Examples
- She spoke guardedly about her suspicions, not wanting to accuse anyone prematurely.
- The president guardedly predicted a small growth in the economy for the next quarter.
- He estimated the costs guardedly, knowing that the actual expenses might be higher.
- The engineer made his prognosis guardedly, taking into account all the possible variables.
- The company issued a cautiously worded press release, commenting guardedly on the merger.