What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unwary
Example
The unwary hiker was caught off guard by the sudden storm. [unwary: adjective]
Example
She fell for the scam because she was unwary of the caller's intentions. [unwary: adjective]
unalert
Example
The unalert driver failed to notice the pedestrian crossing the street. [unalert: adjective]
Example
He missed the opportunity because he was unalert to the changes in the market. [unalert: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unwary is less common than unalert in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unwary and unalert?
Unwary is more formal than unalert, which is more commonly used in casual conversations.
