circumspective

Meanings

• adjective

  Marked by caution or prudence in considering and acting; careful and thoughtful.

  - "Circumspective analysis of the situation is necessary before making a decision."
  - "The circumspective leader consulted with her team before implementing a new policy."

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Variants

List of all variants of circumspective that leads to same result
circumspect , circumspection , circumspections , circumspectly

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Etymology

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From the Latin word circumspicere, meaning 'to look around, to observe carefully'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'circumspective' is not commonly used in everyday language and is more often found in formal or academic contexts.

2. The opposite of 'circumspective' could be described as 'rash' or 'hasty'.

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Related Concepts

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1. cautious: Related term with similar meaning. A person or action that is careful and prudent to avoid risk or danger.

2. prudent: Related term with similar meaning. Wise and cautious, especially in practical matters.

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How to Memorize "circumspective"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person carefully examining a situation from all angles before making a decision.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with 'careful' and 'thoughtful' to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Circumspective': Cautious, Introspective, Reasonable, Circumvent, Prudent, Effective, Thoughtful, Insightful, Valuable, Effective.

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