Definition of cagey

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • cagey is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • cagey is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • cagey is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of cagey


  • showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a cagey lawyer

    Synonyms

    1. cagy
    2. canny
    3. clever
  • characterized by great caution and wariness (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a cagey avoidance of a definite answer

    Synonyms

    1. cagy
    2. chary

See definition of cagey in Merriam Webster