This week we continue our vocabulary-building series, “The Closing Word.” Each week we provide a new word to help build your vocabulary and show you how to specifically implement it in business. A well-spoken, intelligent agent inspires confidence with clients and colleagues alike.
This week’s closing word: circumspect
Pronounced: (SUR-kuhm-spekt)
Adjective:
1. Heedful of circumstances and potential consequences; prudent.
2. Wary and unwilling to take risks.
Synonyms:
cautious – wary – prudent – careful – discreet
Examples:
“Circumspect buyers will probably not be interested in adjustable rate mortgages.”
“Though the home was inspected last October, the circumspect decision would be to request a fresh inspection after the long winter.”
