WARINESS

wariness, chariness

(noun) the trait of being cautious and watchful

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

wariness (usually uncountable, plural warinesses)

vigilance or the condition of being alert

precautionary forethought to avoid harm or risk

Synonyms

• See also caution

Anagrams

• swears in

Source: Wiktionary


Wa"ri*ness, n.

Definition: The quality or state of being wary; care to foresee and guard against evil; cautiousness. "An almost reptile wariness." G. W. Cable. To determine what are little things in religion, great wariness is to be used. Sprat.

Syn.

– Caution; watchfulness; circumspection; foresight; care; vigilance; scrupulousness.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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