hypercautious
/ˌhaɪpərˈkɔːʃəs/
adjective
- Extremely or excessively careful to avoid danger, mistakes, or risks.
- Investors grew hypercautious during the economic downturn, refusing to buy any stocks.
- The hypercautious driver always checks his mirrors three times before changing lanes.
- After the accident, she became hypercautious about crossing the street.
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