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wariness vs circumspection

circumspection vs wariness

wariness and circumspection both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
wariness Yes No No No
circumspection Yes No No No
As nouns, circumspection is a hypernym of wariness; that is, circumspection is a word with a broader meaning than wariness:
  • wariness: the trait of being cautious and watchful
  • circumspection: the trait of being circumspect and prudent
Other hypernyms of wariness include caution.
wariness (noun) circumspection (noun)
the trait of being cautious and watchful the trait of being circumspect and prudent
knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
Difference between wariness and circumspection

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