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   cautious

   /ˈkɔːʃəs/

   adjective

   • 1. (of a person) careful to avoid potential problems or dangers: "a cautious driver"
   • ▪ (of an action) characterized by the desire to avoid potential problems or dangers: "the plan received a cautious welcome"

   Word Origin mid 17th century: from caution, on the pattern of pairs such as ambition, ambitious.

   Derivatives

   • 1. cautiousness noun

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   CAUTIOUS definition: 1. Someone who is cautious avoids risks: 2. A cautious action is careful, well considered, and…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of CAUTIOUS is careful about avoiding danger or risk. How to use cautious in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Cautious.

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   Cautious definition: showing, using, or characterized by alertness and prudence in a hazardous or uncertain situation; careful or wary. See examples of CAUTIOUS used in a sentence.

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   being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme. noun. people who are fearful and cautious. synonyms: timid. see more.

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   If you describe someone's attitude or reaction as cautious, you mean that it is limited or careful.

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   being careful about what you say or do, especially to avoid danger or mistakes; not taking any risks. The government has been cautious in its response to the report. They've taken a very cautious approach. They expressed cautious optimism about a solution to the crisis.

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   cautious meaning, definition, what is cautious: careful to avoid danger or risks: Learn more.