Definition Synonyms Antonyms Examples

Synonyms

Distrustful Leery Mistrustful Suspicious Untrusting On one's guard On your guard Shy Upon one's guard On guard

Antonyms

Unwary

Definition Of Wary

  • openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
  • marked by keen caution and watchful prudence

Syllables : war-y

Pronunciation : 'wɜri

Example Sentences

  • they were wary in their movements. (adjective)
  • a wary glance at the black clouds. (adjective)
  • taught to be wary of strangers. (adjective)