Cautious
Cautious adjective - Having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble.
Frightened and cautious are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Frightened" instead an adjective "Cautious".
Nearby Words: caution, cautiously
Frightened
Frightened adjective - Filled with fear or dread.
Usage example: I am frightened of the dark
Cautious and frightened are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Cautious" instead an adjective "Frightened".
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