chariness

char·i·ness

noun \ˈcher-ē-nəs\

Definition of CHARINESS

1

: the quality or state of being chary : caution

2

: carefully preserved state : integrity

Examples of CHARINESS

1. <approached the can't-miss investment opportunity with the chariness of someone who's been burned before>

First Known Use of CHARINESS

1571

Related to CHARINESS

Synonyms: alertness, care, carefulness, cautiousness, caution, circumspection, gingerliness, guardedness, heedfulness, prudence, wariness

Antonyms: brashness, carelessness, heedlessness, incaution, incautiousness, recklessness, unwariness

Related Words: attentiveness, observance, vigilance, watchfulness; foresight, foresightedness, providence; calculation, canniness, deliberateness, deliberation, shrewdness

Near Antonyms: abruptness, hastiness, impetuousness, precipitousness, rashness, suddenness; inconsiderateness, inconsideration, thoughtlessness

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