reticent (Meaning)
reticent (s)
temperamentally disinclined to talk
cool and formal in manner
reluctant to draw attention to yourself
reticent (a.)
Inclined to keep silent; reserved; uncommunicative.
Synonyms & Antonyms of reticent
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- sneak
- stealthy
- surreptitious
- undercover
- furtive
- underhand
- sneaky
- clandestine
- underhanded
- covert
- secret
Antonyms:
reticent Sentence Examples
- Sarah was reticent about sharing her deepest fears, preferring to keep them bottled up.
- Despite his expertise, the scientist remained reticent when asked to speculate on the project's outcome.
- The interviewee's reticence made it difficult for the journalist to obtain any substantial information.
- The witness was reticent in his testimony, hesitant to divulge sensitive details.
- The CEO's reticence regarding financial projections raised concerns among investors.
- In contrast to her usual outspoken nature, she became reticent when discussing personal matters.
- He was reticent to express his true feelings, fearing they would be met with disapproval.
- Despite repeated inquiries, the department head maintained a reticent stance on the matter.
- Jane's reticence often made others perceive her as uninterested or aloof.
- The politician's reticence in addressing the allegations only fueled speculation and distrust.
FAQs About the word reticent
temperamentally disinclined to talk, cool and formal in manner, reluctant to draw attention to yourselfInclined to keep silent; reserved; uncommunicative.
close, quiet, secretive,silent, prudent, closemouthed, uncommunicative, reserved, tight-lipped, discreet
honest, candid, honest, frank,open, open, communicative, candid, frank, communicative
Sarah was reticent about sharing her deepest fears, preferring to keep them bottled up.
Despite his expertise, the scientist remained reticent when asked to speculate on the project's outcome.
The interviewee's reticence made it difficult for the journalist to obtain any substantial information.
The witness was reticent in his testimony, hesitant to divulge sensitive details.
