cagey

11 points English 5 letters Uncommon Commonness #33,479 Valid in: US and UK dictionaries

Definitions

adjective

characterized by great caution and wariness

Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

/kˈeɪdʒiː/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)

comparative cagiersuperlative cagiest

Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.

characterized by great caution and wariness

showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).

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