Synonyms

judiciously

American

[joo-dish-uhs-lee] / dʒuˈdɪʃ əs li /

adverb

in a way that shows good judgment or discernment; wisely or prudently.

Food labels are required for a reason, and I use them judiciously to avoid chemicals and ingredients I don't want in my body.

Other Word Forms

overjudiciously adverb

Etymology

Origin of judiciously

judicious ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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Man Ray is handled more judiciously in “Dreamworld.”

From The Wall Street Journal

If you’re fortunate enough to have a stockpile of miles and points, judiciously book a backup flight in case your trip goes off the rails.

From The Wall Street Journal

Use agents judiciously, and only on trusted sites.

From The Wall Street Journal

The sense of space is expansive and light pours from above through judiciously placed channels.

From The Wall Street Journal

Liberal Democrat Treasury spokeswoman Daisy Cooper urged ministers to use the "unprecedented legislation judiciously".

From BBC

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