Circumspection
(noun)
- Careful consideration of all circumstances and likely consequences before acting.
- Prudence in taking action or making decisions.
Origin:
Late middle english: from latin circumspectio(n-), from circumspect- "looked around", from the verb circumspicere, from circum "around" + spicere "to look".
Examples:
- He acted with circumspection, carefully considering all the possible consequences of his actions.
- The company's decision to expand was made with circumspection, taking into account the current economic conditions.
- He is known for his circumspection, never acting impulsively.
- She advised him to approach the matter with circumspection, as there were many potential pitfalls.
- The lack of circumspection in his actions led to his downfall.