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careful
01
giving attention or thought to what we are doing to avoid doing something wrong, hurting ourselves, or damaging something
Example
Be careful when crossing the street.
I am always careful with my phone to avoid dropping it.
1.1
exercising caution and close attention to avoid mistakes, harm, or risks
Example
She gave the fragile vase a careful inspection before buying it.
The jeweler took a careful look at the diamond to check for flaws.
1.2
full of cares or anxiety
02
unhurried and with care and dignity
03
exercising caution and thoughtfulness in financial decisions to avoid wasteful or unnecessary expenses
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care
Noun
careful
Adjective
carefully
Adverb
carefully
Adverb
carefulness
Noun
carefulness
Noun
overcareful
Adjective
overcareful
Adjective
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