Wary

usgb/ˈweri/
adjective

Cautious or careful, especially because you think something might be dangerous or cause problems.

He was wary of strangers who approached him in the street.
Visual representation of "wary" - Cautious or careful, especially because you think something might be dangerous or cause problems

Often appears as...

  • be wary of
  • wary about
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Safety First

Use 'wary' when you want to express caution for personal safety or to avoid problems.

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Parents teach their children to be wary of talking to unknown people.
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Alert and Ready

Being 'wary' often implies being alert and ready to respond if something goes wrong.

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The campers were wary of wildlife while hiking in bear country.
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Evaluate Risks

'Wary' can indicate that a person is assessing risks before taking an action or making a decision.

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He was wary about investing in a new company without proper research.
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