Synonyms of leery

Antonyms of leery

Collocations of leery

leery of
Frequency: 80 %

She was leery of strangers approaching her at night.

leery about
Frequency: 70 %

He was leery about investing in the stock market.

leery look
Frequency: 40 %

She gave him a leery look when he suggested a shortcut through the alley.

leery expression
Frequency: 35 %

His leery expression made her doubt his sincerity.

leery glance
Frequency: 25 %

She caught his leery glance as he walked by.

Idiomatic Expressions for leery

  • Phrase: leery look
    Meaning: a suspicious or distrustful expression
    Usage: She gave him a leery look when he offered to help.