Meaning & use

carefully

adverb·Everyday

In a way that pays close attention to avoid mistakes, damage, or harm.

See it in a sentence

She carefully wrapped the antique vase before placing it in the box.

Read the instructions carefully before assembling the furniture.

A note on using this word

Carefully can describe physical caution, such as handling something fragile, or mental attentiveness, such as reading closely.

Words with a similar meaning

cautiouslymeticulously

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Words with an opposite meaning

carelesslyrecklessly

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