Suspicaz (en. Suspicious)

/sus.piˈkaz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

That shows distrust or an inclination to suspect.

He is a very suspicious man, he trusts no one.

Es un hombre muy suspicaz, no confía en nadie.

That implies doubts about the sincerity or loyalty of others.

Her smile seemed suspicious to me, as if she knew something that the rest of us did not.

Su sonrisa me pareció suspicaz, como si supiera algo que los demás ignoramos.

A person who is wary or distrustful.

Don't tell him anything, he is very suspicious and could misinterpret your intentions.

No le digas nada, es muy suspicaz y podría malinterpretar tus intenciones.

From Latin 'suspicax', which means 'suspicious'.

be on guard

To remain alert and distrustful of others.

estar en guardia

suspect someone

To feel that another person may be acting dishonestly.

sospechar de alguien

have a suspicious eye

To be watchful and distrustful of the actions of others.

tener un ojo sospechoso

suspicion

The action of doubting or distrusting something or someone.

sospecha

distrust

Lack of trust in someone or something.

desconfianza

wariness

Feeling of distrust or unease.

recelo

Extreme distrust in everyday situations.

Don't pay attention to him, he is so suspicious that he doesn't trust anyone.

No le hagas caso, es tan suspicaz que no cree en nadie.

Having a 'radar' to detect deceit.

She has a suspiciousness that protects her from bad intentions.

Ella tiene un suspicaz que la protege de las malas intenciones.