The difference between Aware and Wary

When used as adjectives, aware means vigilant or on one's guard against danger or difficulty, whereas wary means cautious of danger.


check bellow for the other definitions of Aware and Wary

  1. Aware as an adjective:

    Vigilant or on one's guard against danger or difficulty.

    Examples:

    "Stay aware! Don't let your guard down."

  2. Aware as an adjective:

    Conscious or having knowledge of something.

    Examples:

    "Are you aware of what is being said about you?"

  1. Wary as an adjective:

    Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent.

    Examples:

    "synonyms: circumspect scrupulous careful"

    "He is wary of dogs."

  2. Wary as an adjective:

    Characterized by caution; guarded; careful.