circumspect

/'sə:kəmspekt/

Thân thiện

A wise investor is circumspect before making any major financial decision.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Careful to consider all circumstances and potential consequences before acting or making a decision: Characterized by caution, prudence, and a desire to avoid risks or unintended negative outcomes. It implies a thoughtful, watchful, and deliberate approach.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The diplomat was circumspect in her public statements, avoiding any language that could escalate tensions.
  • After the financial scandal, investors became far more circumspect about where they put their money.
  • He is a circumspect leader who weighs all options carefully before committing to a course of action.

Advanced Usage

• "to be circumspect about something": to be cautious or reserved regarding a specific matter.
  • The committee was circumspect about the proposed merger, requesting more data.
• "to be circumspect in one's dealings": to be prudent and careful in one's interactions or business affairs.
  • As a journalist, she was circumspect in her dealings with confidential sources.

Variants and Related Words

• Circumspection (noun): The quality of being circumspect; caution.
  • He acted with great circumspection.
• Circumspectly (adverb): In a circumspect manner.
  • She proceeded circumspectly through the negotiations.

Synonyms

• Cautious: Showing careful forethought to avoid danger or mistakes.
• Prudent: Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
• Discreet: Careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.
• Wary: Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.

Antonyms

• Reckless: Without thinking or caring about the consequences of an action.
• Impulsive: Acting or done without forethought.
• Rash: Acting or done without careful consideration of the possible consequences; impetuous.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "Look before you leap": This proverb encapsulates the idea of being circumspect, advising one to consider the possible consequences before taking action.
• "Measure twice, cut once": An idiom emphasizing the value of careful planning and circumspection to avoid errors.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. heedful of potential consequences
   • circumspect actions
   • physicians are now more circumspect about recommending its use
   • a discreet investor

Từ đồng nghĩa

• discreet