adjective
1.
Synonyms: cautious , calculating, careful, circumspect, considerate, discreet, gingerly, guarded, safe, wary
Related Word: disinclined, hesitant, loath, reluctant; economical, frugal, sparing, thrifty; constrained, inhibited, restrained
2.
Synonyms: sparing , canny, economical, frugal, provident, saving, Scotch, stewardly, thrifty, unwasteful