English · Adjectives
reserved
rɪˈzɜːrvd
[rɪˈzɜːrvd]
quiet and not sharing feelings
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Slow to show feelings or opinions; restrained.
Example
He is reserved and rarely talks about himself.
He is reserved and rarely talks about himself.
Etymology
From Latin 'reservare' meaning 'to keep back'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes a quiet, restrained personality.