cautious meaning and definition

CAUTIOUS noun

Definition of cautious (noun)

1. people who are fearful and cautious
   • "whitewater rafting is not for the timid"
   • synonyms: timid
   • antonym: brave

CAUTIOUS adjective

Definition of cautious (adjective)

1. showing careful forethought
   • "reserved and cautious; never making swift decisions"; "a cautious driver"
   • antonym: incautious
2. avoiding excess
   • "a conservative estimate"
   • synonyms: conservative