Words To Watch Out For

adjective proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects

• The insidious nature of the disease made it difficult to detect in its early stages.
• The insidious rumors spread quickly throughout the small town.
• I can't believe she's being so insidious about the whole situation.
• The insidious web of lies eventually unraveled, revealing the truth.

noun a person who is not aware of or expecting something

adjective describing someone who is not aware of or expecting something

• The thief targeted unsuspecting tourists in the crowded market.
• I can't believe she pulled that prank on the unsuspecting new guy.
• The scammer took advantage of the unsuspecting old lady.
• The virus silently spread among the unsuspecting population.

adjective not cautious or alert; unsuspecting

• The unwary investors failed to thoroughly research the company before making their investment.
• The unwary tourists fell for the scam and lost all their money.
• Don't be so unwary, always double-check before believing anything you see online.
• The unwary deer wandered too close to the hunter's blind and was caught off guard.