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Cautious vs Considerate - What's the difference?

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Considerate is a synonym of cautious.



As adjectives the difference between cautious and considerate

is that cautious is careful; using or exercising caution; tentative while considerate is consciously thoughtful and observant (often of other people); caring.

cautious

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • careful; using or exercising caution; tentative
    • He took a few cautious steps out the door.

    Synonyms

    * See also

    Antonyms

    * neglecting * careless

    Derived terms

    * overcautious

    considerate

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • consciously thoughtful and observant (often of other people); caring
    • It was very considerate of you to give up your place for your friend.
  • characterised by careful and conscious thought; deliberate

    • Antonyms

    * inconsiderate

    Related terms

    * consider * consideration * considerately * considerateness

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