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cagy

The word “cagy” has 2 syllables: ca-gy

It's pronounced as /ˈkeɪdʒi/

What is synonym and antonym for cagy?

In the thesaurus, “cagy” has 94 synonyms and 52 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for cagy along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for cagy

Antonyms for cagy

Meanings of cagy

  • adjective
    1. Wary, careful, shrewd.
    2. Uncommunicative; unwilling or hesitant to give information.

Example Sentences

  • Cagy responses from the suspect only heightened the detective's suspicions.
  • The diplomat remained cagy about the details of the negotiation.
  • His cagy demeanor suggested he was hiding something significant.
  • The CEO's cagy remarks during the press conference left journalists speculating about the company's future.
  • Despite the reporter's probing questions, the politician remained cagy about his stance on the issue.

On this page you'll find 146 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to cagy, such as: Machiavellian, aboveboard, ambivalent, artful, artless, astute, averse.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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