Careful Synonyms

65 careful synonyms include cautious, heedful, alert, aware, attentive, watchful, vigilant, hypervigilant, wary, and on guard. Careful is an adjective, and its antonyms are careless and reckless. Here are some additional synonyms for "careful" with example sentences.

Another word for Careful

65 other ways to say careful.

1. cautious

2. prudent

  • thrifty  
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  • stingy  
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  • sparing  
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  • sensible
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  • scrimping  
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  • prudent
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  • penny-pinching  
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  • parsimonious  
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  • miserly  
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  • mean  
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  • frugal  
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  • economizing  
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  • economical  
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  • economic  
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  • cautious
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  • canny  
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  • abstemious
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3. attentive

Use careful in a Sentence

A tight budget requires careful planning.

Be careful with the glass.

Drive careful on icy roads.

Finance requires careful money management.

Hosting the event requires careful planning.

She gave careful consideration to suggestions.

That really hurt, be more careful!

Understanding the nuance requires careful observation.