circumspect

Meaning

Wary and unwilling to take risks; careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences.

Wary and unwilling to take risks; cautious and prudent.

Example Sentences

Investors must be circumspect before making decisions.

He was circumspect while making the investment.

Synonyms

cautious, prudent, careful, wary

Entry 1

cautious, prudent, careful, wary

Entry 2

cautious, prudent, wary

Antonyms

reckless, careless, hasty, imprudent, impulsive

Entry 1

reckless, careless, hasty, imprudent

Entry 2

reckless, careless, impulsive