leery
1718, "untrustful, suspicious", either from leer + -y, lear + -y. Pronunciation
  • IPA: /ˈlɪə.ɹi/
Adjective

leery (comparative leerier, superlative leeriest)

  1. Cautious, suspicious, wary, hesitant, or nervous about something; having reservations or concerns.
    Since he was bitten by a dog when he was young, he has always been leery of animals.
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