Gingerly and Lax

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Gingerly adjective - Having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble.

Usage example: gave the cork on the bottle of champagne a gingerly twist

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Lax is an antonym for gingerly.

Nearby Words: ginger, gingery

Lax adjective - Failing to give proper care and attention.

Usage example: lax parents who let their kids stay out as late as they want

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Gingerly is an antonym for lax.

Nearby Word: laxly

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