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Synonyms for precautious
| Grammar : Adj |
| Spell : pri-kaw-shuh s |
| Phonetic Transcription : prɪˈkɔ ʃəs |
Top 10 synonyms for precautious
- alert
- awake
- cagey
- calculating
- chary
- circumspect
- civil
- conservative
- controlled
- diplomatic
- discerning
- discriminating
- gingerly
- guarded
- having foresight
- heedful
- judicious
- like a clam
- moderate
- not rash
- observant
- on lookout
- politic
- precautious
- reserved
- safe
- sagacious
- strategic
- temperate
- vigilant
- wary
- watchful
- wise
- worldly-wise
Définition of precautious
Origin :- 1680s, from precaution + -ous. Related: Precautiously; precautiousness.
- As in discreet : adj cautious, sensible
- I've always noticed that these directions for use are too precautious.
- Extract from : « Priscilla's Spies » by George A. Birmingham
- The change is not present and the sensible way to have agony is not precautious.
- Extract from : « Geography and Plays » by Gertrude Stein
Antonyms for precautious
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