Circonspection (en. Circumspection)
/siʁ.kɔ̃.spek.sjɔ̃/
Synonyms
- caution
- discrétion
- prudence
- méfiance
- réserve
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.