wary
The word “wary” has 2 syllables: war-y.
It's pronounced as /ˈweə.ɹi/.
What is synonym and antonym for wary?
In the thesaurus, “wary” has 3 synonyms and 11 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for wary along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for wary
- alert
- careful
- cautious
Antonyms for wary
- bold
- careless
- heedless
- impetuous
- rash
- reckless
- regardless
- unguarded
- unmindful
- unsafe
- unwary
Meanings of wary
- adjective
- Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent.
- Characterized by caution; guarded; careful; on one's guard.
- Thrifty, provident.
Example Sentences
- The hikers were wary of snakes as they walked through the tall grass.
- He was wary of signing the contract without reading the fine print.
- The villagers grew wary after hearing reports of a bear roaming nearby.
- She remained wary of strangers, especially when traveling alone.
- Investors are often wary of volatile markets and high-risk ventures.
On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to wary, such as: alert, bold, careful, careless, cautious, heedless, impetuous.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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zipped
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