Definition of CIRCUMSPECT

circumspect

Adjective Satellite

  • heedful of potential consequences
    • "circumspect actions"
    • "physicians are now more circumspect about recommending its use"

Adj

  • Carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.

Examples

  • Being aware of the danger of upsetting her audience, she was somewhat circumspect in her comments.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin circumspectō (“look around”).

Scrabble Score: 21

circumspect: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
circumspect: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
circumspect: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 27

circumspect: valid Words With Friends Word