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Unwarier: meaning, definitions and examples

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unwarier

 

[ ʌnˈwɛəriər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

cautious behavior

Unwarier refers to a state of being less cautious or less vigilant than one should be. It describes a tendency to be more naive or trusting than what might be appropriate. This term is often used in contexts where a certain level of wariness or skepticism is necessary, but the individual is found to be lacking that. Thus, unwarier individuals might overlook potential dangers or risks in a given situation.

Synonyms

gullible, naive, unaware

Examples of usage

  • She was unwarier than her peers when approaching strangers.
  • His unwarier nature led him to trust the wrong people.
  • In financial matters, being unwarier can lead to significant losses.

Translations

Translations of the word "unwarier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não cauteloso

🇮🇳 असावधान

🇩🇪 unvorsichtig

🇮🇩 tidak waspada

🇺🇦 недбало

🇵🇱 niedbały

🇯🇵 不注意な

🇫🇷 négligent

🇪🇸 descuido

🇹🇷 dikkatsiz

🇰🇷 부주의한

🇸🇦 غير حذر

🇨🇿 nedbalý

🇸🇰 nedbanlivý

🇨🇳 粗心的

🇸🇮 nepremišljen

🇮🇸 óvarkár

🇰🇿 сақтанбайтын

🇬🇪 უდარდელი

🇦🇿 beyhude

🇲🇽 descuidado

Word origin

The term 'unwarier' is derived from the adjective 'wary,' which means cautious or watchful, particularly in avoiding danger or harm. The prefix 'un-' is added to indicate a lack of that particular quality. The word 'wary' itself comes from the Old English 'werig,' meaning 'weary.' Over time, the meaning of 'wary' evolved to emphasize a sense of caution and vigilance, particularly in social interactions and assessments of risk. Thus, unwarier became a contrasting term, often describing individuals who might not exercise the necessary caution in potentially hazardous situations. It reflects the growing concerns about safety and the importance of being alert to risks in our environment.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,880, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.