Leary
adjective
Feeling cautious or wary about something.
She was leary of investing in the new startup after hearing about its unstable history.
Usage tips
Neutral
leary of new experiences,leary attitude,leary look
adjective
Feeling cautious or wary about something.
She was leary of investing in the new startup after hearing about its unstable history.
Usage tips
Neutral
leary of new experiences,leary attitude,leary look
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Tone
In casual conversations, being 'leary' of something shows that you are careful.
"I'm a bit leary about that offer."
Pro Tip 2/3Trust Your Instincts
If something feels off, it's okay to be leary.
"Trust your gut, especially if you're leary."
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Bad
Being leary can sometimes prevent bad decisions.
"It's good to be a little leary when making big choices."
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Tone
In casual conversations, being 'leary' of something shows that you are careful.
"I'm a bit leary about that offer."
Pro Tip 2/3Trust Your Instincts
If something feels off, it's okay to be leary.
"Trust your gut, especially if you're leary."
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Bad
Being leary can sometimes prevent bad decisions.
"It's good to be a little leary when making big choices."
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Tone
In casual conversations, being 'leary' of something shows that you are careful.
"I'm a bit leary about that offer."
Pro Tip 2/3Trust Your Instincts
If something feels off, it's okay to be leary.
"Trust your gut, especially if you're leary."
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Bad
Being leary can sometimes prevent bad decisions.
"It's good to be a little leary when making big choices."
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