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circumspectly

[ˌsɜːrkəmˈspɛktli]
adverb
circunspectamente
1. in a manner that is wary and unwilling to take risks; carefully considering all circumstances and possible consequences
She circumspectly approached the negotiation, considering every detail before speaking.
Ela abordou a negociação circunspectamente, considerando cada detalhe antes de falar.
2. with caution and careful attention to detail; prudently and discreetly
The diplomat circumspectly handled the sensitive matter to avoid diplomatic incidents.
O diplomata tratou o assunto delicado circunspectamente para evitar incidentes diplomáticos.
Synonyms
cautiouslywarilyprudentlycarefullydiscreetlyguardedlyjudiciously
Antonyms
carelesslyrecklesslyhastilyimpulsivelyincautiously

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
circunspectamente
standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
circunspectamente
standard usage; may also use 'cautelosamente' as alternative

Related Idioms & Phrases

step carefully
look before you leap
err on the side of caution
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