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Definition of Circumspection
1. Noun. Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress. "The servants showed great tact and discretion"
Generic synonyms: Discernment, Judgement, Judgment, Sagaciousness, Sagacity
Specialized synonyms: Confidentiality
Derivative terms: Discreet, Prudent
2. Noun. The trait of being circumspect and prudent.
Specialized synonyms: Precaution, Chariness, Wariness
Generic synonyms: Discernment, Discretion
Definition of Circumspection
1. n. Attention to all the facts and circumstances of a case; caution; watchfulness.
Definition of Circumspection
1. Noun. Attention to all the facts and circumstances of a case; caution; watchfulness; vigilance. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Circumspection
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Circumspection
Literary usage of Circumspection
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Text-book of Psychiatry: A Psychological Study of Insanity for Practitioners by Emanuel Mendel (1907)
"The insane are often distinguished by the want of circumspection, ... Sometimes the
appearance of circumspection in the insane is intermittent, transitory, ..."
2. The Complete Works of Gustave Flaubert: Embracing Romances, Travels by Gustave Flaubert, Ferdinand Brunetière (1904)
"Thereupon, they repaired to a café; and they even, in order to do things with
more circumspection, referred to Cisy as H, and Frederick as K. Then they ..."
3. The Life of John Jay: With Selections from His Correspondence and by William Jay (1833)
"From the silence and circumspection of Lord Grenville, I apprehend that the
cabinet has not as yet ultimately concluded ..."
4. The Revolutionary Diplomatic Correspondence of the United States by United States Dept. of State, Francis Wharton, John Bassett Moore (1889)
"This circumstance renders much circumspection necessary. I am, with great regard
and esteem, dear sir, &c., Dana to Livingston. ..."
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