Circumspection
[,sə:kəm'spekʃən]
Definition
(n.) Attention to all the facts and circumstances of a case; caution; watchfulness.
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Synonyms and Synonymous
n. Caution, wariness, watchfulness, thoughtfulness, care, vigilance, attention, prudence, discretion.
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Examples
- Nothing, but that the lessons of her past folly might teach her humility and circumspection in future. Jane Austen. Emma.
- And this, said she, is the end of all his friend's anxious circumspection! Jane Austen. Pride and Prejudice.
- I honour your circumspection. Jane Austen. Pride and Prejudice.
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