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Este verbete ainda não foi traduzido para o seu idioma, portanto o original é exibido abaixo.
cautiously
This adverb describes an action performed with a high degree of vigilance to prevent physical harm or social friction. It suggests a slow, deliberate pace and a state of heightened awareness, often implying that the actor perceives a specific risk or a fragile situation.
In professional or diplomatic contexts, the word shifts from physical safety to social preservation. Here, it indicates a strategic hesitation used to test the waters or deliver sensitive information without triggering a negative reaction, contrasting with words like "boldly" or "bluntly."
Meanings
Examples
She stepped cautiously onto the thin ice to see if it would hold her weight.
I should approach the boss cautiously when asking for a raise.
The detective cautiously opened the door to the abandoned warehouse.
He spoke cautiously to avoid upsetting his grieving friend.
Let me just move cautiously until I know exactly how this system works.
The knight cautiously entered the dragon's lair.
I will cautiously suggest a different approach during the meeting.
She peered cautiously around the corner to see if the coast was clear.