Cautious Meaning
/ˈkɔːʃəs/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjUsing or exercising caution; careful; tentative
Sentence Examples
As far as Bob is concerned, anything goes. By contrast, Jane is very cautious.
He is too cautious to try anything new.
The government has been cautious in its response to the report.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The hiker was extremely ____ when crossing the narrow, icy bridge without rails.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ cat slowly approached the bowl of milk on the floor today.
Word Origin & History
From cauti(on) + -ous. Compare Latin cautus.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The hiker was extremely ____ when crossing the narrow, icy bridge without rails.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ cat slowly approached the bowl of milk on the floor today.