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incautiously

/ɪnˈkɔː.ʃəs.li/
in · cau · tious · ly
Adjective:incautious
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• adverb

1

In a manner that lacks caution, care, or forethought; without considering potential dangers or consequences.

Example

"He incautiously shared confidential financial details during the public meeting."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century from the adjective 'incautious' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Incautious' derives from the Latin 'incautus' (unwary or improvident), combining the privative prefix 'in-' (not) with 'cautus' (careful, past participle of 'cavere', meaning to beware or take heed).

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Incautiously. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/incautiously
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