very cautious and prudent; describes being extremely careful and not daring to be the least bit negligent.

to be a little bit careless; to have a moment of inattentiveness; accidentally; by mistake

idiom; prudent; circumspect; discreet; showing great care to avoid any mistakes or risks

petty; narrow-minded; small-minded

narrow-minded; petty; easily offended or suspicious

To behave with extreme caution or discretion toward others to avoid giving offense or provoking anger

(variant form) careful and discreet in conduct

Used on signs to warn that the floor is slippery; literally "be careful, the floor is slippery".

to do something by accident or without paying attention; inadvertently

to act with extreme care or humility to win someone's favor or to appease their anger; to humble oneself or act deferentially towards someone