waryAdjektivˈwɛɹ.iAnhören cautious of danger; timorously or suspiciously prudent; circumspect; scrupulousHe is wary of dogs.
- Taking care; attentive to potential danger, error or harm; cautious
He was a slow and careful driver.
- carefully aware of all circumstances
Being aware of the danger of upsetting her audience, she was somewhat circumspect in her comments.
charyAdjektiv/ˈt͡ʃɛəɹi/Anhören Careful, cautious, shy, wary- not hasty or sudden
a deliberate attempt to cover up his crime
- sagacious in adapting means to ends
- Respectful of privacy or secrecy; exercising caution in order to avoid causing embarrassment; quiet; diplomatic
With a discreet gesture, she reminded him to mind his manners.
- Using or exercising caution; careful; tentative
He took a few cautious steps toward the cave.
cannyAdjektiv/ˈkæni/Anhören careful, prudent, cautiousThe politician gave a canny response to the reporter’s questions.
- in a cautious manner
- Tending to avoid speaking openly or making revelations about oneself
- in a prudent manner
- Characterised by the use of prudence; arising from careful thought or deliberation
a prudential committee
- proceed with caution
watch out, watch outed, watch outed
- Intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally
He deliberately broke that, didn't he?