Cagier: meaning, definitions and examples
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cagier
[ หkeษชdสษชษr ]
cautious behavior
Cagier refers to someone who is more cautious or wary in their actions or decisions. It implies a sense of being careful or avoiding risk, especially in situations where trust is an issue. Generally, being cagier means one is less open or straightforward, often keeping their cards close to their chest. This term is often used in contexts where someone is being secretive about their intentions or plans.
Synonyms
cautious, guarded, secretive, wary.
Examples of usage
- He became cagier about his financial situation.
- She was cagier during the negotiation process.
- After the last betrayal, he was much cagier with his friends.
Translations
Translations of the word "cagier" in other languages:
๐ต๐น astuto
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคคเฅเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช listig
๐ฎ๐ฉ licik
๐บ๐ฆ ั ะธััะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ przebiegลy
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใ
๐ซ๐ท rusรฉ
๐ช๐ธ astuto
๐น๐ท kurnaz
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ตํํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุญุชุงู
๐จ๐ฟ mazanรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ prefรญkanรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ็ก็พ็
๐ธ๐ฎ prekan
๐ฎ๐ธ snjallur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐาัะปะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แญแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sษrt
๐ฒ๐ฝ astuto
Etymology
The term 'cagier' is derived from the word 'cagey', which originated in American English around the early 20th century, first recorded in print in 1915. The origin of 'cagey' is believed to be a variation of 'cage', implying being trapped or restricted, much like how a person might feel emotionally or socially when they choose to be secretive or cautious. The suffix '-er' is added to compare degrees of the adjective, indicating someone is more cagey than someone else. The concept of being cautious or avoiding certain risks has roots in various social interactions, particularly in business and personal relationships, where trust dilemmas often arise. Over time, the term has maintained its meaning and is still widely used today.