About The Word Circumspection
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Circumspection
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What's The Definition Of Circumspection?
[n] the trait of being circumspect and prudent
[n] knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion" Synonyms | Synonyms for Circumspection: caution | discreetness | discretion | prudence Related Terms | Find terms related to Circumspection: See Also | chariness | confidentiality | discernment | discernment | discretion | judgement | judgment | precaution | sagaciousness | sagacity | wariness Circumspection In Webster's Dictionary \Cir`cum*spec"tion\, n. [L. circumspectio.]
Attention to all the facts and circumstances of a case;
caution; watchfulness.
With silent circumspection, unespied. --Milton.
Syn: Caution; prudence; watchfulness; deliberation;
thoughtfulness; wariness; forecast.
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