Wariness (Noun)
Meaning
The trait of being cautious and watchful.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- She approached the abandoned house with wariness, noticing the broken windows and overgrown garden.
- The tourist's wariness of the local cuisine led her to stick to familiar dishes during her travels.
- The hikers proceeded with wariness through the dense forest, keeping an eye out for wild animals.
- His wariness of strangers made him hesitant to strike up conversations with new people.
- The investor's wariness of the company's financial reports led her to request additional documentation before making a decision.