cautiously
Translation
cautiously, carefully, warily
Examples
She opened the door cautiously.
She opened the door cautiously.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) ... to modify a verb She opened the door cautiously.
Similar Words
Synonyms: carefully, warily, prudently; Antonyms: recklessly, carelessly
Etymology
From Latin 'cautus' (careful) plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'caution' tape at a crime scene or construction site, which tells you to proceed 'cautiously'.