Circumspect
Pronunciation: /ˈsɜːrkəmˌspɛkt/
Circumspect (adj)
- Careful to avoid mistakes or danger; thinking carefully before you act or speak.
- Showing careful judgment about possible problems, especially when the situation is uncertain.
- Acting in a controlled way to avoid causing offence or drawing unwanted attention.
Examples
- She was circumspect, checking everything before she spoke.
- He stayed circumspect during the interview to avoid saying the wrong thing.
Circumspect (adjective)
Examples
- She is circumspect before she speaks.
- They stay circumspect when they meet strangers.