Meaning of cagey in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈkeɪdʒi/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    cagey

    Definitions

    1. showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

    Examples

    • « a cagey lawyer »
    • « too clever to be sound »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. characterized by great cautious and wariness

    Examples

    • « a cagey avoidance of a definite answer »
    • « chary of the risks involved »
    • « a chary investor »

    Synonyms

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