Noun: circumspection ,sur-kum'spek-shun
- The trait of being circumspect and prudent
"His circumspection in dealing with sensitive information was commendable";
- caution
- Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
"She handled the delicate situation with circumspection";
- discretion, discreetness, prudence
Derived forms: circumspections
Type of: discernment, discretion, judgement, judgment, sagaciousness, sagacity