reticent
/ˈretɪsənt/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6339 in the learning path
寡言的；不愿透露的
Definitions
adj. unwilling to talk openly about your thoughts or feelings
寡言的；不愿透露的
Example
He was reticent about his plans for the weekend.
他不愿多谈自己的周末计划。
Employees may remain reticent about workplace problems if they fear that speaking openly could damage their careers.
如果担心坦率发言会损害职业发展，员工可能不愿谈及工作场所的问题。
Collocations
- reticent about personal matters
- remain reticent
- a reticent person
Word family
- reticence (n.)
- reticently (adv.)
Synonyms
- reserved
- uncommunicative
Antonyms
- forthcoming
- talkative
Usage tip
侧重不愿开口或透露信息，不等于一般的不情愿。
FAQ
- What does reticent mean?
- unwilling to talk openly about your thoughts or feelings
- How is reticent pronounced?
- UK /ˈretɪsənt/, US /ˈretɪsənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
