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. Being mute; silent
2. Toned down; low-key, subdued
3. Provided with or produced or modified by the use of a mute