CHARY

chary

Adjective

  1. Sad; sorrowful; grievous.
  2. Disposed to cherish with care; careful.
  3. Cautious; wary; shy.
  4. Sparing; not lavish; not disposed to give freely; frugal; ungenerous.
    I am chary of giving him too many compliments and favours.


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