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Carefully

adverb
/ˈker.fə.li/

Meaning

with great attention and caution; thoughtfully and attentively
In a way that is done with attention to detail and caution to avoid mistakes or harm.

Example Sentences

Please read the instructions carefully.

He carefully placed the glass on the table.

Example Expressions

handle with care

Synonyms

cautiously, attentively, thoughtfully, meticulously, gently, thoroughly
Entry 1
cautiously, attentively, thoughtfully, meticulously
Entry 2
cautiously, attentively, gently, meticulously, thoroughly

Antonyms

carelessly, recklessly, hastily, negligently
Entry 1
carelessly, recklessly, hastily, negligently
Entry 2
carelessly, recklessly

Collocations

listen carefully, think carefully, choose carefully, handle carefully, plan carefully, watch carefully
Entry 1
listen carefully, think carefully, choose carefully
Entry 2
listen carefully, handle carefully, plan carefully, watch carefully

Related Vocabularies

without being aware of what you are doing; unintentionally; by mistake
at what time; at the time that; during the time that
in all places; wherever you go
in a quick and efficient manner
suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning
in any case; regardless of other considerations

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