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Definition of circumspectly

circumspectly

/ˈsɝːkəmˌspɛktli/
cir · cum · spect · ly
Adjective:circumspect
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• adverb

1

In a cautious, prudent, or watchful manner that considers all possible circumstances and consequences before acting or speaking.

Example

"The diplomat answered the reporter's questions circumspectly to avoid jeopardizing the delicate peace negotiations."

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• Nearby Words

circumflex
circumnavigate
circumnavigator
circumspectly
circumstance
circumstantial
circumstantially

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'circumspect' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', tracing back to the Latin 'circumspectus', the past participle of 'circumspicere' ('to look around carefully'), from 'circum-' ('around') and 'specere' ('to look at').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Circumspectly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/circumspectly
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