umsichtig — meaning in English
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English meaning
- circumspect adj Carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.
- prudent adj Careful and sensible, especially about avoiding unnecessary risk.
- vigilant adj Watchful and alert, especially for danger, trouble, or wrongdoing.
- wary adj Cautious and alert to possible danger, deception, or problems.
Senses
umsichtig is used for these senses in English:
- circumspect Carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.
- judiciously In a judicious manner.
- level-headed (idiomatic) Sensible; rational; possessing sound judgment.
- prudent Sagacious in adapting means to ends; circumspect in action, or in determining any line of conduct.
- vigilant Watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary
- wary Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent