Meaning of the word circumspect in English

What does circumspect mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

circumspect

US /ˈsɝː.kəm.spekt/
UK /ˈsɜː.kəm.spekt/

Adjective

wary and unwilling to take risks

Example:
In this business, you need to be very circumspect about who you trust.
The committee was circumspect in its report, avoiding any definitive conclusions.