cautiousness

  • 131cautious */ — UK [ˈkɔːʃəs] / US [ˈkɔʃəs] adjective careful to avoid problems or danger Perhaps a more cautious approach would bring better results. The new principal gave a cautious welcome to developments in the neighbourhood (= was pleased but careful not to …

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  • 132prudence — pru•dence [[t]ˈprud ns[/t]] n. 1) the quality or fact of being prudent 2) wisdom with regard to practical matters 3) cautiousness; circumspection 4) provident care in the management of resources; economy • Etymology: 1300–50 …

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