NYT Dictionary

WARY

/ˈwɛɚ.i/

AdjectiveVerbWAR-ywar-y · 2 syllablesGrade 12

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026

Meaning

Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From the adjective ware + -y.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

circumspectscrupulouscarefulcautiousguardedcharyleerymistrustfulsuspiciousuntrusting

Antonyms

unwary

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 7 recorded puzzles:

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