guardedly
3
6.5
- adverb
- /ˈɡɑrdədli/
:
cautelosamente
- He spoke guardedly about his plans, not wanting to reveal too much information.
- guardedly optimistic
Examples
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"Worldwide with our little problem," he said, smiling somewhat guardedly at Maggie.
Fiction book (2001) -
As the two of them began to inspect the contact sheets, they maintained a guardedly noncommittal attitude.
Fiction book (1990) -
Perhaps that might be of use to you? "It might," he said guardedly.
Fiction book (1991) -
"We all come to it for different reasons," she said guardedly, and silence followed.
Fiction book (2000) -
"You... never looked at me that way back on Earth," he answered guardedly.
Fiction book (2000) -
"I am not sure that I understand you," Pryce said guardedly, but his confidence was gone.
Fiction book (1993) -
Indeed, there are reasons to be guardedly optimistic about the macroeconomic consequences of these trends.
Academic text (1997) -
In spite of these tensions, some academics are guardedly optimistic about NAGPRA's future in light of the new rule.
Academic text (2011) -
With a glance at Mandy, who was watching her with intense curiosity, Pancho replied guardedly, "Well, I'm here now."
Fiction book (2001) -
After hearing the news, she responded guardedly, wary of making any assumptions.
Synonyms
70
2.3
To do something in a careful way to avoid danger or mistakes
23
4.6
In a very careful, slow way to avoid damage or getting hurt
17
5.0
In a careful way that avoids risk
16
4.3
To act carefully and watch for danger
8
5.0
In a careful way to avoid future problems
1
6.1
In a quiet way that hides what you do or think
1
8.3
To act carefully after thinking about possible problems and results
1
7.7
In a careful, sensible way to avoid risk
1
7.9
In a careful way that avoids giving clear answers
Carefully because you are unsure about possible risks
In a quiet way, not wanting to speak or give information
Antonyms
How Cautiously
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Guardedly comes from the word guard, which means 'to watch' or 'to protect'. Think of a guard standing watch and speaking carefully, so to act guardedly is to be cautious and avoid risks or revealing too much.