Cautiously: meaning, definitions and examples

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cautiously

 

[ ˈkɔːʃəsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a careful manner

In a cautious and carefully considered way, showing a desire to avoid potential problems or dangers.

Synonyms

carefully, circumspectly, guardedly, prudently, warily

Examples of usage

  • She cautiously approached the edge of the cliff.
  • He cautiously opened the door, expecting an intruder.
  • I suggest you proceed cautiously with this plan.
  • The driver cautiously navigated through the snowy roads.
  • We need to proceed cautiously to avoid making any mistakes.

Translations

Translations of the word "cautiously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cautelosamente

🇮🇳 सावधानीपूर्वक

🇩🇪 vorsichtig

🇮🇩 dengan hati-hati

🇺🇦 обережно

🇵🇱 ostrożnie

🇯🇵 慎重に (shinchō ni)

🇫🇷 prudemment

🇪🇸 cuidadosamente

🇹🇷 dikkatle

🇰🇷 조심스럽게 (josimseureopge)

🇸🇦 بحذر (biḥadhar)

🇨🇿 opatrně

🇸🇰 opatrne

🇨🇳 小心地 (xiǎoxīn de)

🇸🇮 previdno

🇮🇸 varlega

🇰🇿 сақтықпен

🇬🇪 ფრთხილად (prṭkhilad)

🇦🇿 ehtiyatla

🇲🇽 cuidadosamente

Etymology

The word 'cautiously' originated from the Latin word 'cautio', meaning 'precaution'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. The concept of being cautious has always been valued in various cultures throughout history, emphasizing the importance of careful consideration and prevention of risks.

See also: hypercautious, incautiously, overcautious, precautions, ultracautious.

Word Frequency Rank

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