Definition

The quality of being cautious and paying attention to details to avoid mistakes or accidents.

Example

Her carefulness in planning the event ensured that everything went smoothly.

Conversation

I think being safe while driving requires a lot of carefulness.

Absolutely! It only takes a second for something to go wrong.

Yeah, I always remind myself to drive with extra carefulness in bad weather.

Smart move! It’s better to be cautious than to take unnecessary risks.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Carefulness → It is formed from "care" (from Old English "caru", meaning worry or concern) and "-ful" (meaning full of) and "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word "carefulness" means the state of being full of care or concern.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'full of concern' ('care') and in a 'state of being' ('-ness') — that's what carefulness means.

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