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circumspect

Definition

  • adjective: thinking carefully about possible risks before doing or saying something
  • adjective: careful to consider all 'circumstances' and possible consequences
  • synonyms: ambling, attentive, calculating

Examples

  • They are 'circumspect' [='cautious'] in all their business dealings.

  • a scholar known for her 'circumspection'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Of course. Will it be possible? Why would it not be? Our conversations are one-sided. You ask circumspect questions and study my responses. Yes. You learn about me and I learn nothing about you. (..)
    2014 Ex Machina