adjective

wary

/ˈwɛəri/ · say it: WAIR·ee

cautious about possible danger or problems

In Sophisticated Everyday

cautious and watchful

In Personality & Character

cautious and uneasy

In Emotions & Moods

In more detail

1. (adjective) feeling or showing doubt and caution about someone or something, especially because you think there might be danger or problems

2. (adjective) careful to avoid something

Examples

1. She was wary of strangers after a bad experience.
2. I'm wary of making promises I can't keep.

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wary

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