circumspection
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English
14 letters
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Definitions
noun
the trait of being circumspect and prudent
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/sˌɝːkʌmspˈɛkʃʌn/ · 4 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural circumspections
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
the trait of being circumspect and prudent
knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
connectiondirectionprotectionsectioncollectionelectionobjectioninfectionaffectioninspectionreflectionselectioninjectionperfectionresurrectionrejection
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