επιφυλακτικός — meaning in English
epifylaktikos
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English meaning
- circumspect adj Carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.
- conservative noun A person who favours keeping things as they traditionally are and resists rapid change.
- wary adj Cautious and alert to possible danger, deception, or problems.
Senses
επιφυλακτικός is used for these senses in English:
- circumspect Carefully aware of all circumstances; considerate of all that is pertinent.
- conservative Based on pessimistic assumptions, and on the low side.
- wary Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent
conservative — full definition
- noun A person who favours keeping things as they traditionally are and resists rapid change.
- noun A member or supporter of a Conservative political party.
- adjective Cautious and moderate, especially in estimates or predictions.
- adjective Resistant to change; favouring traditional values, styles, or methods.