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WAIRR-ee/ˈweəri/

Wary means cautious because you think there may be danger or a problem (wary of): wary of claims, a wary pause. Cautious is everyday; reckless (already in the dictionary) sits opposite. Adjectives in an abstract are colour; an n is a count.

Meaning

Cautious because you think there may be danger or a problem (wary of).

Examples

• “Be wary of an abstract with adjectives and no n.”
• “Cautious is everyday. Suspicious is hotter. Reckless is already in this course (opposite). Colour is style. A number is methods. Ask for the n; then enjoy the adjectives.”

Good to know

Cautious of risk (of). Everyday: cautious. Opposite: reckless (already in the dictionary). Adjectives ≠ an n.

Near in meaning

cautious

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