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chary

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective chary has 1 sense
  1. cagey, cagy, chary - characterized by great cautious and wariness; "a cagey avoidance of a definite answer"; "chary of the risks involved"; "a chary investor"
    Antonym: incautious (indirect, via cautious)

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Chary - Definitions and Sample Sentences

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Cautious or careful

Definition: hesitant or reluctant due to a sense of potential danger or risk

Example Sentence: She was chary of getting too close to the edge of the cliff.

Sense 2: Wary or suspicious

Definition: exhibiting caution or suspicion, especially regarding potential harm or deception

Example Sentence: He was chary of strangers entering his house without an appointment.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1: With caution or wariness

Definition: in a careful or cautious manner

Example Sentence: She approached the wild animal chary, making sure not to startle it.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A person who is cautious or wary

Definition: someone who exercises caution or is reluctant to take risks

Example Sentence: John is a chary when it comes to trying new activities.

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