Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cagey
Adjective
/ˈkeɪ.dʒi/
Definition
Reluctant to give information owing to caution or suspicion.
Examples
- She was quite cagey about her plans for the future.
- His cagey responses left us wondering what he was really thinking.
- During the negotiation, the lawyer remained cagey and did not disclose his client’s strategy.
Meaning
A person who is cagey tends to avoid revealing their thoughts or intentions, often out of fear or wariness.
Synonyms
- Secretive
- Reserved
- Wary
- Cautious
- Guarded
