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- Dictionarycareful/ˈkɛːf(ʊ)l/
adjective
- 1. making sure of avoiding potential danger, mishap, or harm; cautious: "I begged him to be more careful" Similar Opposite
- 2. done with or showing thought and attention: "a careful consideration of the facts" Similar Opposite
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giving attention to something in order to avoid esp. an accident or problem: Norman is a careful driver. Give my suggestion careful consideration. [ + question word ] He’s in a really bad mood so be careful what you say to him. [ + question word ] Be careful where you put that hot pan.
The meaning of CAREFUL is marked by wary caution or prudence. How to use careful in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Careful.
giving attention to something in order to avoid esp. an accident or problem: Norman is a careful driver. Give my suggestion careful consideration. [ + question word ] He’s in a really bad mood so be careful what you say to him. [ + question word ] Be careful where you put that hot pan.
Synonyms for CAREFUL: cautious, wary, alert, circumspect, considerate, conservative, chary, guarded; Antonyms of CAREFUL: careless, reckless, unsafe, unmindful, bold, regardless, heedless, impetuous.
Careful implies guarding against mistakes, by paying strict and close attention to details, and, often, trying to use good judgment: He was careful to distinguish between them. Cautious implies a fear of some unfavorable situation and investigation before coming to conclusions: cautious about investments.
1. Attentive to potential danger, error, or harm; cautious: was careful when crossing the street; a careful answer. 2. Thorough and painstaking in action or execution; conscientious: a careful search; careful art restorers. 3. Protective; solicitous: Be careful of his feelings. 4.
Definition of careful adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.