leery (adjective)

1. The leery detective cautiously explored the dark, haunted house, fearing what evil lurked within.

2. In the suspenseful comic book, the protagonist was leery of trusting the mysterious new villain.

3. The cautious rabbit character in the animated series always remained leery of the mischievous fox.

4. In Greek mythology, the wise Odysseus was leery of the many dangers he would face during his long journey home.