wariness
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/ˈwerinəs/
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/ˈweərinəs/
The feeling of being cautious and alert, often due to a potential threat or distrust.
She approached the situation with wariness, as she didn't trust the stranger's intentions.
她謹慎地接近這種情況,因為她不信任陌生人的意圖。