Wary Definition & Meaning
wary
- adjective
- marked by keen caution and watchful prudence; "they were wary in their movements"; "a wary glance at the black clouds"; "taught to be wary of strangers"
- openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
"Wary" in song lyrics
See how wary is used in real songs:
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"When I grab the mic look out and be wary"
Diamond Shell f/ Kid Capri — Make 'Em Say Huh * -
"Yes burdens vary, and it's wise to be wary"
The Herd — Pearl -
"The way we lost G was unfairly and wary"
T.H.U.G. Angelz — The Obituary (E.B.G.G.)
Words that rhyme with wary
Usage tips for "wary"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wary" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wary to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does wary mean?
- marked by keen caution and watchful prudence; "they were wary in their movements"; "a wary glance at the black clouds"; "taught to be wary of strangers" openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
- What part of speech is wary?
- Wary is an adjective.
- How many definitions does wary have?
- Wary has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).