wariness — the quality of being cautious or careful about possible dangers or problems
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being cautious or careful about possible dangers or problems
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈweriɪnəs/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's wariness of microwaves led her to believe they were alien technology until 2010.
- The cat's wariness disappeared when it saw the can opener.
- His wariness about investing in cryptocurrency proved to be wise.
wariness
NOUN[/ˈweriɪnəs/]
the quality of being cautious or careful about possible dangers or problems
Hiker cautiously assessing dangerous trail options
Wariness awakens awareness for true fairness
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Wariness derives from Old English 'wær', meaning cautious or wary, combined with the noun-forming suffix '-ness'. The word emerged to describe the mental state of constant vigilance and caution, akin to the watchful disposition of a sentinel.
Breakdown
wary (cautious, vigilant) + -ness (state or quality of being), where '-ness' transforms the adjective into an abstract noun denoting the condition of being cautious or guarded.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's wariness of microwaves led her to believe they were alien technology until 2010.”
“The cat's wariness disappeared when it saw the can opener.”
“His wariness about investing in cryptocurrency proved to be wise.”
“The detective's wariness saved him from walking into the trap.”
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