Word Adverb
cautiously
adv.
manner
B1 Intermediate US /ˈkɔʃəsɫi/ UK /kˈɔːʃəsli/ cau·tious·ly
Definition
adv.in a careful way, because you want to avoid danger or mistakes. You use this when you are not sure about something and want to be safe.
adv.in a careful and prudent manner; showing caution to avoid risk or error.
Examples
“She walked cautiously across the icy path.”
“The manager cautiously reviewed the new budget before approving the extra spending.”
“Diplomats cautiously navigated the sensitive negotiations, aware that a single misstep could derail years of progress.”
Usage
Typically placed before the main verb or at the end of the clause.
Usage cautiously optimistic · cautiously interpret
Etymology
From cautious + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated