leery
|leer-y|
B2
/ˈlɪəri/
cautious suspicion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'leery' originates from the English dialect word 'leery,' which meant 'knowing' or 'alert.'
Historical Evolution
'leery' changed from the English dialect word 'leery' and eventually became the modern English word 'leery.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'knowing or alert,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'cautious or wary due to realistic suspicions.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
cautious or wary due to realistic suspicions.
She was leery of the stranger's intentions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41