cautelous
/kɔːˈtɛloʊs/ or /kæʊˈtɛloʊs/Definitions
1. adjective
cautious and prudent in one’s actions or decisions
“She made a cautious investment after being very cautelous about the market.”
2. noun
a person who is cautious and prudent in their actions or decisions
“The company’s new director was known as a cautelous businessman.”