Reserved
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adjective
Definition
Slow to reveal emotion or opinions; reticent
Examples
“Her reserved manner was often mistaken for coldness.”
“He remained reserved throughout the interview.”
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GRE Tip
Reserved is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "reticent" or "taciturn" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "outgoing".
Related GRE Words
uncommunicative
Unwilling to talk or give out information
taciturn
Reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little
reticent
Not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reserved
diffident
Modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence
garrulous
Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters
ambiguous
Open to more than one interpretation; unclear
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