careful

/kˈɛɹfəl/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. exercising caution or showing care or attention
   “they were careful when crossing the busy street”
2. cautiously attentive
   “careful of her feelings”
3. unhurried and with care and dignity
   “walking at the same measured pace”
4. full of cares or anxiety-Luke 10.41
   “Thou art careful and troubled about many things”
5. mindful of the future in spending money
   “careful with money”

Synonyms for careful

• blow-by-blow
• certain
• close
• conscientious
• detailed
• minute
• overcareful
• particular
• protective
• studious
• thorough
• heedful
• mindful
• deliberate
• measured
• unhurried
• troubled
• thrifty
• provident

Antonyms of careful

• careless

Words that rhyme with careful

• prayerful