wariness

The word “wariness” has 3 syllables: war-i-ness

It's pronounced as /ˈwɛr.i.nəs/

What is synonym and antonym for wariness?

In the thesaurus, “wariness” has 26 synonyms and 21 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for wariness

alertness
attention
attentiveness
calculation
canniness
care
carefulness
caution
cautiousness
chariness
circumspection
deliberateness
deliberation
discretion
foresight
foresightedness
gingerliness
guardedness
heed
heedfulness
observance
providence
prudence
shrewdness
vigilance
watchfulness

Antonyms for wariness

abruptness
brashness
carelessness
disregard
hastiness
heedlessness
ignorance
impetuousness
inattention
incaution
incautiousness
inconsiderateness
inconsideration
neglect
negligence
precipitousness
rashness
recklessness
suddenness
thoughtlessness
unwariness

Meanings of wariness

noun
1. Vigilance or the condition of being alert.
2. Precautionary forethought to avoid harm or risk.

Example Sentences

Her wariness of strangers made her cautious in unfamiliar situations.
The dog's wariness was evident as it hesitated to approach the new visitor.
His wariness about investing in the stock market proved wise during the economic downturn.
The child’s wariness around water stemmed from a bad experience at the pool.
Despite her wariness, she decided to give the team’s new proposal a chance.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to wariness, such as: abruptness, alertness, attention, attentiveness, brashness, calculation, canniness.

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