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Circumspection

see synonyms of circumspection

Noun

1. circumspection, discreetness, discretion, prudence

knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress

Example Sentences:
'the servants showed great tact and discretion'

2. caution, circumspection

the trait of being circumspect and prudent

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Circumspection

see synonyms of circumspection
adj.
Heedful of circumstances and potential consequences; prudent.

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