cautiously
3 synonyms and 1 antonyms for cautiously, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a careful, risk-avoiding manner.
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Rare, literary or technical
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How to use cautiously
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “cautiously” mean?
The word “cautiously” means in a careful, risk-avoiding manner. In plain terms, doing something carefully, watching out for risk.
How do you pronounce “cautiously”?
“Cautiously” is pronounced KAW-shuhs-lee (/ˈkɔːʃəsli/ in IPA).
How do you use “cautiously” in a sentence?
Here is “cautiously” used in a sentence: “He cautiously stepped onto the thin ice.”
What is the opposite of “cautiously”?
The opposite of “cautiously” — its antonyms — is incautiously.
What part of speech is “cautiously”?
“Cautiously” is an adverb.
Is “cautiously” a common word?
“Cautiously” is an uncommon word in modern English.