(adj): characterized by great caution and wariness
(adj): using cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition; avoiding direct confrontation
(adj): with extreme care or delicacy
(adj): prudent
(adj): unnecessarily cautious
(adj): avoiding excess
(adj): vs. immoderate) -- (being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme
(n): people who are fearful and cautious
(n): (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively