Careful: meaning, definitions and examples

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careful

 

[ หˆkerfษ™l ]

Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

in daily life

giving close attention to detail; conscientious or attentive

Synonyms

attentive, cautious, prudent, vigilant

Examples of usage

  • She is a careful driver, always checking her mirrors before changing lanes.
  • He is very careful with his money, always saving a portion of his salary each month.
Context #2 | Adjective

in relationships

showing thought or attention; cautious in one's actions

Synonyms

attentive, considerate, tactful, thoughtful

Examples of usage

  • He was careful not to hurt her feelings when he declined her invitation.
  • She is careful to always listen to her partner's concerns.
Context #3 | Adjective

in handling objects

done with or showing thought and attention

Synonyms

diligent, meticulous, precise, thorough

Examples of usage

  • She wrapped the fragile item carefully to ensure it wouldn't break during transport.
  • The surgeon performed the operation with careful precision.

Translations

Translations of the word "careful" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cuidadoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคตเคงเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช vorsichtig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berhati-hati

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑะตั€ะตะถะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ostroลผny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆณจๆ„ๆทฑใ„ (chลซi bukai)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท prudent

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cuidadoso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dikkatli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์กฐ์‹ฌ์Šค๋Ÿฌ์šด (josimseureoun)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฐุฑ (แธฅaแธir)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ opatrnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ opatrnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐๅฟƒ (xiวŽoxฤซn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ previden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ varkรกr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ แƒ—แƒฎแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜ (prtkhili)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ehtiyatlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cuidadoso

Etymology

The word 'careful' originated from the Old English word 'carful', which meant full of care. Over time, the word evolved to its current form, retaining its essence of being attentive and cautious. The concept of being careful has been valued in various aspects of life, from personal relationships to professional endeavors, highlighting the importance of thoughtful consideration and attention to detail.

See also: care, career, carefree, carefully, carefulness, caregiver, caregiving, careless, carelessly, carelessness, caress, caretaker, caretakers, caretaking, caring, caringly, overcareful, ultracareful, uncaring, uncaringly.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,785, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.