Recelosos (en. Suspicious)

/reθeˈloθos/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective

That feels or shows distrust.

The suspicious critics did not believe in the success of the movie.

Los recelosos críticos no creían en el éxito de la película.

That is cautious or distrustful in relationships with others.

She is wary about sharing personal information.

Ella es recelosa con respecto a compartir información personal.

That avoids opening up to new experiences out of fear or distrust.

Children tend to be suspicious when trying new foods.

Los niños suelen ser recelosos al probar nuevos alimentos.

From Latin 'recēlus', meaning 'resentful' or 'suspicious'.

to be suspicious

To feel distrust or doubt towards another person or situation.

estar receloso

to be wary of something

To have a cautious or distrustful attitude towards a particular topic.

ser receloso de algo

to suspect

To feel or show distrust.

recelar

suspicion

Distrust or unease about something.

recelo

To have excessive distrust.

He is always suspicious; he trusts no one.

Siempre está receloso, no confía en nadie.

To be very cautious with new friendships.

He is wary when it comes to making new friends.

Es receloso cuando se trata de hacer nuevos amigos.