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CAUTIOUS

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Cautious.

How to pronounce cautious:

US

Cautious - as an adjective

Showing careful forethought

Example: "Reserved and cautious; never making swift decisions"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
incautious12

Cautious - as a noun

People who are fearful and cautious

Example: "Whitewater rafting is not for the timid"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
timid8

Cautious - as an adjective satellite

Avoiding excess

Example: "A conservative estimate"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conservative20

Example Sentences

"She approached the injured dog with cautious steps."
"He is always cautious in making important decisions."
"The driver took a cautious approach while driving on the icy road."
"The hiker wore sturdy boots and used cautious steps on the slippery trail."
"She gave him a cautious smile, unsure of his intentions."
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Word Game Points

Is CAUTIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cautious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CAUTIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is CAUTIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cautious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CAUTIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is CAUTIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cautious is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CAUTIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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