carefully Definition
- 1taking care or paying attention to avoid harm or mistakes
- 2in a way that shows thought or attention
Using carefully: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "carefully" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She carefully placed the vase on the shelf.
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He spoke carefully, choosing his words with precision.
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The surgeon worked carefully to avoid damaging any nerves.
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The detective examined the crime scene carefully for any clues.
carefully Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: carefully in Brief
The adverb 'carefully' [ˈkeəf(ə)li] means to take care or pay attention to avoid harm or mistakes. It can also mean in a way that shows thought or attention. Examples include 'She carefully placed the vase on the shelf' and 'The detective examined the crime scene carefully for any clues.' Synonyms include 'cautiously' and 'attentively.'