Aghast and Wary

Aghast

Aghast adjective - Filled with fear or dread.
Usage example: I stood there, aghast, as the vile monster made its way toward me

Wary and aghast are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wary" instead an adjective "Aghast".

Wary

Wary adjective - Having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble.

Aghast and wary are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Aghast" instead an adjective "Wary".

Nearby Words: wariness, warily
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