Definitions
- Describing a cautious or hesitant attitude towards something or someone. - Referring to a feeling of distrust or wariness about a situation or person. - Talking about being skeptical or doubtful about the truth or reliability of something.
- Referring to a feeling of doubt or mistrust about someone or something. - Describing a situation or behavior that seems questionable or potentially harmful. - Talking about being wary or cautious about a situation or person due to past experiences or evidence.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a feeling of doubt or mistrust.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person's attitude or behavior.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a situation or circumstance.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Suspicious is a stronger and more intense feeling than leery.
- 2Scope: Suspicious can refer to a broader range of situations and people than leery.
- 3Connotation: Leery has a slightly more positive connotation than suspicious, which can have negative connotations.
- 4Usage: Leery is less commonly used than suspicious in everyday language.
Remember this!
Leery and suspicious are synonyms that describe a feeling of doubt or mistrust. However, suspicious is a stronger and more intense feeling that can be applied to a broader range of situations and people than leery. While leery has a slightly more positive connotation, it is less commonly used than suspicious in everyday language.
