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English noun: circumspection | |||
| 1. | circumspection (cognition) knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress | ||
| Samples | The servants showed great tact and discretion. | ||
| Synonyms | discreetness, discretion, prudence | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | discernment, judgement, judgment, sagaciousness, sagacity | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | confidentiality | ||
| 2. | circumspection (attribute) the trait of being circumspect and prudent | ||
| Synonyms | caution | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | discernment, discretion | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | chariness, precaution, wariness | ||
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