Hypercareful: meaning, definitions and examples

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hypercareful

[ˌhaɪpərˈkɛrfl ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

Extremely cautious or meticulous in one's actions or decisions, to the point of being overly careful.

extra-vigilant, super-meticulous, ultra-cautious.

Word	Description / Examples
hypercareful	Suitable for situations where extreme caution and detailed attention are required, often to the point of being overly cautious. It can sometimes have a negative connotation, implying excessive caution. He was hypercareful checking each page of the contract to ensure there were no errors. She became hypercareful after the accident, double-checking everything she did.
ultra-cautious	Used in circumstances where extreme prudence and cautiousness are required. Like 'hypercareful,' it can sometimes imply an unnecessary level of caution. He became ultra-cautious about his investments after losing money in the stock market. The company has an ultra-cautious approach to new projects.
super-meticulous	Ideal for describing someone who pays extreme attention to detail, often in a positive sense of thoroughness and precision. Her super-meticulous approach to organizing her work desk is impressive. The architect's super-meticulous planning resulted in a flawless design.
extra-vigilant	Best used when you need to emphasize being more alert and watchful than usual, often in situations of potential danger or risk. During the thunderstorm, the lifeguards were extra-vigilant. Parents need to be extra-vigilant when their children are playing near the road.

'Hyper' comes from Greek, meaning 'over' or 'beyond', which intensifies the meaning of 'careful'.
The word has roots in combining 'hyper', indicating excess, with 'careful', highlighting its emphasis on caution.
This term captures a growing awareness of safety in various fields, such as healthcare and parenting.

Over-cautious behavior can sometimes stem from anxiety, making people feel the need to avoid risks.
Being hypercareful can help manage fears, but it may also lead to overthinking and hesitation.
Certain personality traits, like conscientiousness, often correlate with being hypercareful in decision-making.

Characters in movies or books who are hypercareful often face comedic situations when their extreme caution backfires.
In the film industry, the role of a hypercareful character can highlight themes of parental protection or risk aversion.
Social media influencers often advise being hypercareful about sharing personal information online, reflecting current trends in digital safety.

Teachers may encourage hypercarefulness in classrooms when discussing safety protocols during science experiments.
In project management, being hypercareful helps in risk assessment and minimizes potential issues.
Hypercareful strategies are important in special education, where individual needs must be met with greater attention.

Different cultures have varying views on being hypercareful, with some valuing caution while others embrace risk-taking.
In parenting styles, cultures that prioritize child safety often emphasize hypercarefulness to protect children from perceived dangers.
Historical events, like the COVID-19 pandemic, have led to increased societal hypercarefulness regarding health and safety measures.

Translations of the word "hypercareful" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hipercuidadoso

🇮🇳 अति सावधान

🇩🇪 übervorsichtig

🇮🇩 sangat hati-hati

🇺🇦 надзвичайно обережний

🇵🇱 hiperostrożny

🇯🇵 超慎重な (ちょうしんちょうな)

🇫🇷 hyperprudent

🇪🇸 hipercuidadoso

🇹🇷 aşırı dikkatli

🇰🇷 극도로 신중한 (geukdoro sinjungan)

🇸🇦 حذر للغاية

🇨🇿 hyperopatrný

🇸🇰 hyperopatrný

🇨🇳 极其小心的 (jíqí xiǎoxīn de)

🇸🇮 izjemno previden

🇮🇸 ofurvarkár

🇰🇿 өте мұқият

🇬🇪 ჰიპერგულეული

🇦🇿 hiper ehtiyatlı

🇲🇽 hipercuidadoso