Meaning & use

cautious

adjective·Everyday

Careful to avoid danger, mistakes, or unwanted results.

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We took a cautious step onto the slippery path.

She was cautious about agreeing before reading the details.

A note on using this word

Cautious about is common before a noun or an -ing form. Caution is the related noun.

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