Ultracautious: meaning, definitions and examples

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ultracautious

[ ˌʌltrəˈkɔːʃəs ]

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in describing someone's behavior

Extremely cautious and careful, to the point of being overly so. This person takes every possible precaution to avoid any risks or dangers.

Synonyms

extremely cautious, hypercautious, overly careful

Examples of usage

He is ultracautious when it comes to making decisions.
She is ultracautious about sharing personal information online.
The ultracautious approach may sometimes hinder progress.
Being ultracautious can sometimes lead to missed opportunities.
It's important to find a balance between being cautious and being ultracautious.

Translations

Translations of the word "ultracautious" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ultracauteloso

🇮🇳 अत्यंत सावधान

🇩🇪 äußerst vorsichtig

🇮🇩 sangat berhati-hati

🇺🇦 надзвичайно обережний

🇵🇱 ultrabardzo ostrożny

🇯🇵 超慎重な (ちょうしんちょうな)

🇫🇷 ultracautieux

🇪🇸 ultracauteloso

🇹🇷 aşırı dikkatli

🇰🇷 극도로 조심스러운

🇸🇦 شديد الحذر

🇨🇿 extrémně opatrný

🇸🇰 extrémne opatrný

🇨🇳 极度小心 (jí dù xiǎo xīn)

🇸🇮 izjemno previden

🇮🇸 mjög varkár

🇰🇿 өте сақ

🇬🇪 განსაკუთრებით ფრთხილი

🇦🇿 çox ehtiyatlı

🇲🇽 ultracauteloso

Word origin

The word 'ultracautious' is a combination of the prefix 'ultra-' meaning 'beyond' or 'extremely' and the adjective 'cautious.' It originated in the early 20th century as a way to emphasize someone's exceptional level of caution. The term reflects a heightened sense of awareness and risk-aversion in situations where potential dangers are perceived. Being ultracautious can be both a strength and a limitation, depending on the context and the individual's ability to find a balance between prudence and excessive worry.