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circumspect

/ˈsɜː.kəm.spɛkt/

adjective

Meaning

  • Carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.

    "Being aware of the danger of upsetting her audience, she was somewhat circumspect in her comments."

Synonyms

cautious,
chary,
prudent,
thoughtful,
vigilant,
wary