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Cautious
adjective
/ˈkɔːʃəs/
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Word Frequency:
6.1
Definitions
1.
adjective
Careful; using or exercising caution; tentative
"He took a few cautious steps toward the cave."
Synonyms
careful
overcautious
chary
cagey
gingerly
moderate
cagy
dilatory
guarded
restrained
timid
unadventurous
Antonyms
careless
incautious
neglecting
uncautious
Rhymes With
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