chariness

noun char·i·ness \ˈcher-ē-nəs\

Definition of CHARINESS

: the quality or state of being chary : caution

: carefully preserved state : integrity

1571

Synonyms: alertness, care, carefulness, cautiousness, caution, circumspection, gingerliness, guardedness, heedfulness, prudence, wariness

Antonyms: brashness, carelessness, heedlessness, incaution, incautiousness, recklessness, unwariness

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