cautious

pronunciation

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  • Noun:
    people who are fearful and cautious
  • Adjective:
    showing careful forethought
    avoiding excess
    cautious in attitude and careful in actions; prudent
    unwilling to take risks

Word Origin

cautious (adj.)
1640s, from caution + -ous. The Latin word for this was cautus "careful, heedful." Related: Cautiously; cautiousness.

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Example

1. Rating agencies will become more cautious .
2. However rikken is more cautious about the work .
3. Why is nasa being so cautious ?
4. However , be cautious if you 're taking regular medications .
5. The market reopened in april , but the central government remains cautious .

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