circumspect Synonyms
Strongest:
- bold
- unguarded
- careless
- unguarded
- rash
- venturesome
- bold
- regardless
- impetuous
- regardless
- unsafe
- heedless
- unsafe
- unwary
- reckless
- venturesome
- unwary
- careless
- impetuous
- reckless
- unmindful
- rash
- heedless
- unmindful
Strong:
- negligent
- imprudent
- thoughtless
- negligent
- injudicious
- inattentive
- asleep
- brash
- injudicious
- inconsiderate
- asleep
- remiss
- thoughtless
- incautious
- remiss
- lax
- lax
- inconsiderate
- inattentive
- brash
- indiscreet
- indiscreet
- incautious
- imprudent
- neglectful
- neglectful
Weak:
circumspect Meaning
circumspect (s)
heedful of potential consequences
circumspect (a.)
Attentive to all the circumstances of a case or the probable consequences of an action; cautious; prudent; wary.
circumspect Sentence Examples
- The circumspect investor carefully researched all options before committing to a new venture.
- As a diplomat, she was known for her circumspect communication, avoiding offense and fostering understanding.
- Feeling nervous about the presentation, he took a circumspect approach, practicing his speech and anticipating potential questions.
- The scientist approached the groundbreaking discovery with a circumspect attitude, requiring further experimentation before drawing conclusions.
- The circumspect journalist avoided sensational headlines, prioritizing accuracy and balanced reporting.
- The detective's circumspect investigation revealed hidden clues that led to a surprising break in the case.
- Faced with a conflict, the leader displayed a circumspect demeanor, seeking peaceful resolution before resorting to forceful measures.
- The circumspect traveler opted for a quiet guesthouse, seeking a peaceful escape from the bustling city.
- The art critic offered a circumspect review, praising the artist's technique while pointing out areas for improvement.
- With a circumspect glance around the room, the spy gathered information without drawing attention to herself.
FAQs About the word circumspect
heedful of potential consequencesAttentive to all the circumstances of a case or the probable consequences of an action; cautious; prudent; wary.
wary,cautious, careful,alert, thoughtful, heedful, gingerly, guarded, safe, conservative
bold, unguarded, careless, unguarded, rash, venturesome, bold, regardless, impetuous, regardless
The circumspect investor carefully researched all options before committing to a new venture.
As a diplomat, she was known for her circumspect communication, avoiding offense and fostering understanding.
Feeling nervous about the presentation, he took a circumspect approach, practicing his speech and anticipating potential questions.
The scientist approached the groundbreaking discovery with a circumspect attitude, requiring further experimentation before drawing conclusions.
