Gingerly

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɪndʒərliː/

Gingerly (adverb)

  1. in a very careful and slow way to avoid hurting or damaging something

Examples

  • She gingerly placed the vase on the shelf.
  • He gingerly stepped over the broken glass.

Common collocations: gingerly handle, gingerly approach, gingerly touch, gingerly manner

Gingerly (adjective)

  1. showing great care or caution to avoid harm or damage

Examples

  • His gingerly manner reassured the nervous child.
  • The gingerly touch of the artist was evident in the painting.

Synonyms of Gingerly

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Gingerly

  • — describing actions done without care
  • — describing actions done with confidence