wary
adjective
The word "wary" means to be cautious, watchful, or suspicious of something or someone, often due to potential danger or risk.
Example
- After being scammed once, she became wary of anyone who tried to sell her something over the phone.
- The hiker was wary of the steep path ahead of him, knowing that one misstep could lead to a serious injury.
- 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.