reserved (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /rɪˈzɜːrvd/
Definition
Keeping one's thoughts and feelings to oneself; not showing emotions or thoughts openly.
Examples
He was a quiet and reserved man, not given to public displays of affection.
She seemed reserved at first, but opened up once she felt comfortable.
Despite his reserved nature, he was a loyal and caring friend.
How to Use reserved
- reserved for (prepositional phrase)
- Set aside or kept for a specific person or use. — "The front row seats are reserved for the guests of honor."
- reserved nature (collocation)
- The characteristic of being quiet and not showing one's feelings easily. — "His reserved nature made it difficult to know what he was thinking."
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