suspicious
Pronunciation: [səˈspɪʃ.əs]
Word
Context: “feelings”
(adjective) when you think something is wrong or that someone is not telling the truth. You might feel this way if you see something strange or are unsure about someone's honesty.
Example
She was suspicious of the strange noises coming from the old house.
Example
He was not suspicious at all and trusted everyone completely.
Example
Why are you feeling suspicious about what he said?
Context: “behavior”
(adjective) when you notice behavior that makes you think someone is hiding something or acting in a way that isn't normal. If someone is acting odd, you might feel like they are up to no good.
Example
The cat seemed suspicious of the new toy, watching it carefully.
Example
She seemed very open and friendly, not suspicious at all.
Example
Did you find anything suspicious about his actions yesterday?
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