wary

wary(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. cauteloso
Even if everyone thought he was crazy, Leonard knew his wary attitude would save him some day.Aunque todos pensaran que estaba loco, Leonard sabía que su actitud cautelosa le salvaría la vida algún día.
You need to be wary if you go to that part of the city at night.Hay que ser cautelosos si van a esa zona de la ciudad por la noche.
b. precavido
The journalist could tell from the woman's wary reaction that she was not too eager to answer questions.La periodista supo, por la reacción precavida de la mujer, que no estaba muy dispuesta a contestar preguntas.
c. receloso (person)
Always wary of strangers walking by the house, Gerardo kept his taser next to the door.Siempre receloso de los desconocidos que pasaran por su casa, Gerardo guardaba su pistola Taser al lado de la puerta.
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