Synonyms of reticent

Adjective


1. reticent, untalkative, taciturn (vs. voluble)

usage: temperamentally disinclined to talk

2. restrained, reticent, unemotional, undemonstrative (vs. demonstrative)

usage: cool and formal in manner

3. reticent, self-effacing, retiring, unassertive (vs. assertive)

usage: reluctant to draw attention to yourself

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Definition and meaning of reticent (Dictionary)