Fear wariness

Suspicious

Also known as distrustful, mistrustful

Strength 2 of 4

Doubting that things are as they appear, with a sense that something hidden could work against you, and watching closely for proof either way.

In the body

  • Narrowed eyes
  • A sideways glance
  • Lips pressed together

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

HonestyTrustShared reality

Softer and stronger

  1. Cautious
  2. Suspicious
  3. Wary

Often confused with

Sceptical

Sceptical doubts a claim until it is shown; suspicious senses that someone may mean harm or be hiding something.

Uneasy

Uneasy is a vague sense that something is off; suspicious aims that doubt at a particular person or story and looks for proof.

Wary

Wary keeps its guard up in case of harm; suspicious goes further, doubting that things are what they seem.