reticent
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Unwilling to share thoughts or feelings readily; reserved.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
reserved
guarded
Antonyms
talkative
forthcoming
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He was _____ about discussing his childhood."
Answer: reticent
In your own words, what does "reticent" mean?
Unwilling to share thoughts or feelings readily; reserved.
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