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    Circonspection (en. Circumspection)

    /siʁ.kɔ̃.spek.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A state of mind of someone who acts with caution.
    His circumspection allowed him to avoid numerous problems.
    Sa circonspection lui a permis d'éviter de nombreux problèmes.
    Caution in decisions.
    He showed circumspection before signing the contract.
    Il a fait preuve de circonspection avant de signer le contrat.
    A tendency to think before acting.
    Circumspection is essential in the professional environment.
    La circonspection est essentielle dans le milieu professionnel.

    Etymology

    The word 'circumspection' comes from the Latin 'circumspectio', which means 'looking around'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    act with circumspection
    To act with caution and reflection.
    agir avec circonspection
    show circumspection
    To show caution in one's actions.
    faire preuve de circonspection
    necessary circumspection
    Caution required in a given situation.
    circonspection nécessaire

    Related Words

    cautious
    Who acts with caution.
    prudent
    thoughtful
    Who is the result of reflection.
    réfléchi
    discreet
    Who is prudent in their words and actions.
    discret

    Slang Meanings

    To act cautiously in a delicate situation.
    Faced with this conflict, he chose circumspection.
    Face à ce conflit, il a choisi la circonspection.
    To be on one's guard.
    In this neighborhood, one must show circumspection.
    Dans ce quartier, il faut faire preuve de circonspection.