Definition of careful

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  • careful is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • careful is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • careful is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of careful

  • unhurried and with care and dignity (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. deliberate
    2. measured
  • cautiously attentive (adjective)

    Examples

    1. careful of her feelings

    Synonyms

    1. heedful
  • mindful of the future in spending money (adjective)

    Examples

    1. careful with money

    Synonyms

    1. thrifty
  • exercising caution or showing care or attention (adjective)

    Examples

    1. they were careful when crossing the busy street
    2. be careful to keep her shoes clean
    3. did very careful research
    4. careful art restorers
    5. careful of the rights of others
    6. careful about one's behavior
  • full of cares or anxiety (adjective)

    Examples

    1. Thou art careful and troubled about many things

See definition of careful in Merriam Webster