cautious
/ˈkɔːʃəs/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Using or exercising caution; careful; tentative
Adjective
Examples
He took a few cautious steps toward the cave.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “cautious” mean?
Using or exercising caution; careful; tentative
Is “cautious” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.