ETYM Cf. Latin cautus, from caver. Related to Caution.
1. Showing careful forethought.
2. Unwilling to take risks.
3. Careful in attitude and careful in actions; prudent.
4. Avoiding excess; SYN. conservative.
1. Carefully considered; SYN. wise.
2. Resulting from careful thought; SYN. reasoned, well thought out.
(Of an idea or opinion) Formed beforehand; especially without evidence or through prejudice.
In an attentive manner; SYN. with attention, paying attention.