Cautiously

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːʃəsliː/

Cautiously (adv)

  1. In a way that avoids danger or mistakes, by thinking first and moving slowly.
  2. In a way that does not fully trust something, because you are not sure it is true.
  3. In a controlled way, with small steps, to reduce risk during an action.

Cautiously (adverb)

Examples

  • She walked cautiously across the slippery floor.
  • They handled the fragile box cautiously.