Meaning of CIRCUMSPECTION
| Pronunciation: | | `surkum'spekshun
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- [n] the trait of being circumspect and prudent
- [n] knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion"
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| | Synonyms: | | caution, discreetness, discretion, prudence |
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| | See Also: | | chariness, confidentiality, discernment, discernment, discretion, judgement, judgment, precaution, sagaciousness, sagacity, wariness | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \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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