Cautious Synonyms

16 cautious synonyms include careful, wary, aware, heedful, attentive, alert, watchful, vigilant, hypervigilant, and circumspect. Cautious is an adjective, and its antonyms are incautious and reckless. Here are some additional synonyms for "cautious" with example sentences.

Another word for Cautious

16 other ways to say cautious.

  • watchful  
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  • wary  
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  • vigilant  
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  • prudent
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  • on one's guard  
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  • mindful
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  • hypervigilant  
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  • heedful  
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  • guarded  
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  • circumspect  
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  • chary  
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  • careful
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  • cagey  
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  • aware
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  • attentive
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  • alert  
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Use cautious in a Sentence

Be cautious when crossing the street.

He took a cautious approach today.

I incline more toward a cautious approach.

She was cautious while driving home.

They are cautious about sharing information.