circumspect
/ˈsɝːkəmˌspɛkt/
Careful to consider possible risks and consequences before acting.
Example
Investors remained circumspect despite the encouraging quarterly results.
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/ˈsɝːkəmˌspɛkt/
Careful to consider possible risks and consequences before acting.
Example
Investors remained circumspect despite the encouraging quarterly results.
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/ˈsɝːkəmˌspɛkt/
Careful to consider possible risks and consequences before acting.
Investors remained circumspect despite the encouraging quarterly results.
/ˈkoʊdʒənt/
Clear, logical and convincing.
She presented a cogent argument for changing the admissions policy.
/kəˈnʌndrəm/
A difficult and confusing problem or question.
The company faces the conundrum of cutting costs without reducing quality.
/ˌdɛləˈtɪriəs/
Causing harm or damage.
Prolonged sleep deprivation can have deleterious effects on concentration.
/ˈdɛnɪˌɡreɪt/
To criticize someone or something unfairly or make it seem less valuable.
The campaign was accused of trying to denigrate its opponents.
/daɪˈdæktɪk/
Intended to teach, especially in a way that can seem overly instructive.
The novel is entertaining without becoming excessively didactic.
/ˈdɪfɪdənt/
Lacking confidence and being reserved in manner.
Although highly qualified, he was diffident during the interview.
/ˈdɪspərət/
Essentially different in kind or difficult to compare.
The report combines data from several disparate sources.
/ɪˈbʊljənt/
Very energetic, cheerful and enthusiastic.
Her ebullient personality made her a natural host.
/ɪˈklɛktɪk/
Drawing ideas, styles or tastes from a wide range of sources.
The restaurant serves an eclectic mixture of regional cuisines.