1. the quality or state of being wary, suspicious, or distrustful
Usage: uncountable; often used in the phrase 'with leeriness' or 'out of leeriness'

Examples

• She approached the stranger with leeriness after hearing the warning.
• His leeriness about the deal made him ask more questions before signing.
• The dog's leeriness of the new visitor gradually faded as they spent time together.
• There was a growing leeriness among investors about the company's financial reports.
• She eyed the offer with leeriness, sensing something was not quite right.
• The community's leeriness toward the new policy reflected their past experiences.