Hyphenation of circumspection

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word circumspection? This word can be hyphenated and contains 4 syllables as shown below.

cir-cum-spec-tion

Definitions of circumspection:

1.	Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress The servants showed great tact and discretion
2.	The trait of being circumspect and prudent

Synonyms of circumspection:

noun	discretion, discreetness, prudence, sagacity, sagaciousness, judgment, judgement, discernment
noun	caution, discretion, discernment

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