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- [kaw-shuh s]
- /ˈkɔ ʃəs/
- /ˈkɔː.ʃəs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kaw-shuh s]
- /ˈkɔ ʃəs/
Definitions of cautiously word
- adjective cautiously showing, using, or characterized by caution: a cautious man; To be cautious is often to show wisdom. 1
- noun cautiously In a cautious manner. 1
- adverb cautiously carefully, prudently 1
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Origin of cautiously
First appearance:
before 1630 One of the 42% oldest English words
First recorded in 1630-40; cauti(on) + -ous
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Parts of speech for Cautiously
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
cautiously popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for cautiously
adv cautiously
adverb cautiously
- watchfully — vigilant or alert; closely observant: The sentry remained watchful throughout the night.
- thoughtful — showing consideration for others; considerate.
- vigilantly — keenly watchful to detect danger; wary: a vigilant sentry.
- warily — in a wary manner.
- gingerly — with great care or caution; warily.
adjective cautiously
- tiptoe — the tip or end of a toe.
Antonyms for cautiously
adverb cautiously
- recklessly — utterly unconcerned about the consequences of some action; without caution; careless (usually followed by of): to be reckless of danger.
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