cagey

The word “cagey” has 2 syllables: ca-gey

It's pronounced as /ˈkeɪdʒi/


What is synonym and antonym for cagey?

In the thesaurus, “cagey” has 11 synonyms and 33 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for cagey along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for cagey

  • circumspect
  • crafty
  • cunning
  • cute
  • dubious
  • hesitant
  • reluctant
  • secretive
  • shrewd
  • slick
  • wily

Antonyms for cagey

  • artless
  • candid
  • certain
  • direct
  • disposed
  • eager
  • enthusiastic
  • forthright
  • frank
  • glad
  • guileless
  • happy
  • honest
  • inclined
  • ingenuous
  • innocent
  • keen
  • naive
  • natural
  • obvious
  • open
  • outspoken
  • plain
  • public
  • ready
  • real
  • simple
  • sincere
  • straightforward
  • unaffected
  • unconcealed
  • unpretentious
  • willing

Meanings of cagey

  • adjective
    1. Wary, careful, shrewd.
    2. Uncommunicative; unwilling or hesitant to give information.

Example Sentences

  • The detective remained cagey about revealing details of the ongoing investigation.
  • She gave a cagey response when asked about her future plans.
  • The politician was known for being cagey in interviews, carefully choosing his words.
  • Despite being pressed for information, the witness remained cagey about what he saw.
  • The cat acted cagey around strangers, preferring to stay hidden until it felt safe.

On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to cagey, such as: artless, candid, certain, circumspect, crafty, cunning, cute.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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