Carefully: meaning, definitions and examples

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carefully

[ ˈker.fəl.i ]

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instructing

In a careful manner; cautiously; with attention to detail and possible consequences.

Synonyms

attentively, cautiously, meticulously, thoughtfully

Examples of usage

He drove carefully on the icy roads.
She handled the fragile vase carefully.
Please read the instructions carefully before assembling the furniture.

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observing

In a way that shows thought or concern.

Synonyms

attentively, conscientiously, scrupulously, thoughtfully

Examples of usage

She listened carefully to his explanation.
He watched carefully to see if anyone was following.

Translations

Translations of the word "carefully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cuidadosamente

🇮🇳 सावधानीपूर्वक

🇩🇪 vorsichtig

🇮🇩 dengan hati-hati

🇺🇦 обережно

🇵🇱 ostrożnie

🇯🇵 注意深く (ちゅういぶかく)

🇫🇷 prudemment

🇪🇸 cuidadosamente

🇹🇷 dikkatlice

🇰🇷 조심스럽게

🇸🇦 بحذر

🇨🇿 opatrně

🇸🇰 opatrne

🇨🇳 小心翼翼地 (xiǎoxīn yìyì de)

🇸🇮 previdno

🇮🇸 varlega

🇰🇿 абайлап

🇬🇪 ფრთხილად

🇦🇿 ehtiyatla

🇲🇽 cuidadosamente

Word origin

The word 'carefully' originated from the Old English word 'carfullice', which meant 'anxiously'. Over time, the meaning evolved to convey the idea of doing something with great attention and caution. The adverb 'carefully' is widely used in English language to emphasize the importance of being attentive and meticulous in various actions and tasks.