circumspection circumspection /ˌsɝːkəmˈspɛkʃən/

noun

1. The trait of being circumspect and prudent  ( caution , circumspection )
   the trait of being circumspect and prudent
   
2. Knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress  ( circumspection , discreetness , prudence , discretion )
   knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
    The servants showed great tact and discretion
   the servants showed great tact and discretion