wary

CEFRC1

/ˈwɛə.ɹi/

adjective · verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Careful because someone or something may be dangerous.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Characterized by caution; guarded; careful; on one's guard

Examples

  • I was wary of showing my intention.

  • I was wary of showing my intentions.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
2
Synonyms
5

Also pronounced

  • /ˈweːɹi/
  • /ˈweɹe/

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. thrifty, provident

  2. Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent

verb

Extra meaning

  1. To curse, revile.

More examples

In context

  • My parents always told me to be wary of strangers.

  • He is wary of dogs.

Synonyms

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Origin

adjective

From the adjective ware + -y.