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LEERY

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Leery.

Leery - as an adjective satellite

Openly distrustful and unwilling to confide

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mistrustful16suspicious14untrusting11wary10

Leery - as an adjective

Cautious, suspicious, wary, hesitant, or nervous about something; having reservations or concerns.

Example: "Since he was bitten by a dog when he was young, he has always been leery of animals."

Example Sentences

"I'm a little leery of trying that new restaurant."
"She was leery of trusting him again after he had deceived her in the past."
"He felt leery about accepting the job offer without knowing more about the company."
"The hiker was leery of crossing the shaky bridge."
"I'm always leery of giving out personal information online."
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Word Game Points

Is LEERY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leery is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LEERY has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is LEERY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leery is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEERY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is LEERY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leery is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEERY has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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