reticence (Meaning)
reticence (n)
the trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessary
reticence (n.)
The quality or state of being reticent, or keeping silence; the state of holding one's tonque; refraining to speak of that which is suggested; uncommunicativeness.
A figure by which a person really speaks of a thing while he makes a show as if he would say nothingon the subject.
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reticence Sentence Examples
- The politician displayed a reticence in divulging sensitive information, preferring to maintain secrecy.
- Emily's reticence about her troubled childhood made it difficult for her to confide in others.
- The detective's reticence hindered the investigation, as he refused to provide details that could have led to a breakthrough.
- The company's reticence to embrace new technologies left it lagging behind competitors.
- The witness's reticence in court led the jury to question the validity of his testimony.
- The reporter's reticence to reveal her sources made it impossible to corroborate her story.
- The doctor's reticence about a patient's diagnosis sparked concerns over medical ethics.
- The ambassador's reticence during negotiations frustrated progress towards a diplomatic solution.
- The professor's reticence to give feedback discouraged students from seeking his guidance.
- The artist's reticence about her creative process added an element of mystery to her exhibitions.
FAQs About the word reticence
the trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessaryThe quality or state of being reticent, or keeping silence; the state of holdin
reluctance, skepticism, hesitation, doubt, disinclination,hesitancy, hesitance, unwillingness, fence-sitting, uncertainty
willingness, inclination, conviction, conviction, inclination,willingness,assurance, certainty, surety, assurance
The politician displayed a reticence in divulging sensitive information, preferring to maintain secrecy.
Emily's reticence about her troubled childhood made it difficult for her to confide in others.
The detective's reticence hindered the investigation, as he refused to provide details that could have led to a breakthrough.
The company's reticence to embrace new technologies left it lagging behind competitors.
