CIRCUMSPECTION

circumspection, caution

(noun) the trait of being circumspect and prudent

discretion, discreetness, circumspection, prudence

(noun) knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; “the servants showed great tact and discretion”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

circumspection (countable and uncountable, plural circumspections)

Attention to all the facts and circumstances of a case; consideration of all that is pertinent.

Caution, watchfulness, or vigilance fueled by such awareness.

Source: Wiktionary

Cir`cum*spec"tion, n. Etym: [L. circumspectio.]

Definition: Attention to all the facts and circumstances of a case; caution; watchfulness. With silent circumspection, unespied. Milton.

Syn.

– Caution; prudence; watchfulness; deliberation; thoughtfulness; wariness; forecast.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition