cautiously

2 definitions • 4 examples

in a careful and well-considered way that avoids risk:

He moved slowly and cautiously along the dark rocky path.

She said cautiously, "You may be right."

He urged the company to proceed cautiously with changes.

feeling that there are some reasons to hope for a good result, even if you do not expect complete success or improvement:

He said he was cautiously optimistic, predicting some growth in the new year.