Leeriest: meaning, definitions and examples
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leeriest
[ ˈlɪr.i.ɪst ]
appearance, atmosphere
The term 'leeriest' is the superlative form of 'leery', which describes a cautious or suspicious attitude towards someone or something. When someone is described as the leeriest, it means they exhibit the highest degree of suspicion or wariness. This can be in response to a situation, an individual’s intentions, or an environment that feels untrustworthy. For example, a person might be the leeriest when encountering strangers or unfamiliar settings.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She was the leeriest among her friends in the dark alley.
- He gave the leeriest glance at the suspicious package.
- In a crowded market, she felt the leeriest about pickpockets.
Translations
Translations of the word "leeriest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais assustador
🇮🇳 सबसे डरावना
🇩🇪 am gruseligsten
🇮🇩 paling menakutkan
🇺🇦 найстрашніший
🇵🇱 najbardziej przerażający
🇯🇵 最も不気味な
🇫🇷 le plus effrayant
🇪🇸 el más aterrador
🇹🇷 en korkunç
🇰🇷 가장 으스스한
🇸🇦 الأكثر رعباً
🇨🇿 nejděsivější
🇸🇰 najstrašnejší
🇨🇳 最可怕的
🇸🇮 najbolj strašljiv
🇮🇸 skrækindilegast
🇰🇿 ең қорқынышты
🇬🇪 ყველაზე საშიში
🇦🇿 ən qorxulu
🇲🇽 el más aterrador
Etymology
The word 'leery' originates from the late 19th century and is believed to be derived from the Scottish word 'leerie', meaning 'sly' or 'cunning'. It appears to be of uncertain origin but may be related to a dialectal variation of 'leer', which has roots in Middle English. The term has evolved in usage, often conveying a sense of mistrust or cautiousness. The superlative form 'leeriest' emphasizes the extremity of the suspicion or caution displayed by an individual. Throughout the years, as language has evolved, 'leery' and its derivatives have been adopted into common use, particularly in contexts that involve social interactions and the assessment of risks in various scenarios.