wary — feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈweri/
Korean meaning: 조심하는, 경계하는, 신중한
Korean pronunciation: 웨-리 (강세: 웨)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is wary of any technology invented after 1990.
- I'm wary of restaurants that claim their food is 'authentic' but the chef is named Kevin.
- Investors should be wary of get-rich-quick schemes.
wary
ADJECTIVE//ˈweri//
feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems
Cautiously watching for hidden dangers
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Though the path looks scary, we carry on wary
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Origin
From Old English 'wær' meaning 'cautious' or 'aware,' related to Germanic roots. The word is connected to the concept of being prepared or vigilant against danger.
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“My grandmother is wary of any technology invented after 1990.”
“I'm wary of restaurants that claim their food is 'authentic' but the chef is named Kevin.”
“Investors should be wary of get-rich-quick schemes.”
“She cast a wary glance at the suspicious-looking package.”
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