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Meaning
Adj
●
Taking care;
attentive
to potential
danger
,
error
or
harm
; cautious.
●
Conscientious and
painstaking
; meticulous.
●
Full of care or
grief
;
sorrowful
, sad.
●
Full of
cares
or
anxiety
;
worried
, troubled.
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Origin
careful
English
careful
Middle English (1100-1500)
carful
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
Sourced from
Etym
Synonyms
Carefull
Watchful
Prudent
Attentive
Scrupulous
Diligent
Conscientious
Nervous
Prudence
Vigilant
Circumspect
Thoughtful
Slow
Thorough
Cautious
Detailed
Wary
Anxious
Painstaking
Meticulous
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Antonyms
Careless
Feckless
Related
Mindful
Picky
Gentle
Selective
Precise
Choosy
Honest
Considerate
Judicious
Aware
Proactive
Conscious
Confident
Forewarned
Serious
Comfortable
Sure
Happy
Deliberate
Strict
Accurate
Concerned
Sensitive
Proper
Knowledgeable
Observant
Afraid
Skillful
Polite
Critical
Cognizant
Purposeful
Comprehensive
Sensible
Methodical
Disciplined
Curious
Worried
Important
Useful
Hesitant
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