Circumspect (adjective)

1. Careful and cautious in one's actions or decisions.
2. Considering all circumstances and potential consequences before acting or making a decision.

Origin:

From latin circumspectus, from circum ("around") + specere ("to look"). the term circumspect was first used in the 16th century to refer to someone who is careful and cautious.

Examples:

1. He was being circumspect in his approach to the negotiations.
2. She was always circumspect in her business dealings.
3. It is important to be circumspect when working with sensitive information.
4. The company was circumspect in its expansion plans.
5. The general was circumspect about the outcome of the battle.