adjective

The word "wary" means to be cautious, watchful, or suspicious of something or someone, often due to potential danger or risk.

Example

1. After being scammed once, she became wary of anyone who tried to sell her something over the phone.
2. The hiker was wary of the steep path ahead of him, knowing that one misstep could lead to a serious injury.
3. Although the company claimed that their products were 100% natural, the customer remained wary and checked the labels to make sure there were no artificial ingredients.