'Circumspection' definitions:
Definition of 'circumspection'
(from WordNet)
noun
Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; "the servants showed great tact and discretion" [syn: discretion, discreetness, circumspection, prudence]
noun
The trait of being circumspect and prudent [syn: circumspection, caution]
Definition of 'Circumspection'
From: GCIDE
- Circumspection \Cir`cum*spec"tion\, n. [L. circumspectio.] Attention to all the facts and circumstances of a case; caution; watchfulness. [1913 Webster]
- With silent circumspection, unespied. --Milton.
- Syn: Caution; prudence; watchfulness; deliberation; thoughtfulness; wariness; forecast. [1913 Webster]