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re·served
 reserved
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- pronunciation:
- rih
zuhrvd
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
put aside or held for a specific purpose.
That table is reserved, but we have another table by the window if you'd like.- synonyms:
- booked, engaged, in reserve, saved
- antonyms:
- unreserved
- similar words:
- designated, formal, held, in store
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| definition 2: |
reticent or formal in manner.
I've known her for years, but she is very reserved and I don't feel I know her very well.- synonyms:
- formal, reticent, retiring, undemonstrative
- antonyms:
- affable, bluff, demonstrative, direct, effusive, emotional, open, playful, uninhibited, unreserved, unrestrained, vivacious, warm-blooded
- similar words:
- aloof, ceremonious, cool, demure, diffident, distant, guarded, modest, polite, private, remote, shy, staid, standoffish, stiff, uncommunicative
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| related words: |
busy, close-mouthed, coy, dignified, discreet, quiet, silent, solemn, taciturn, timid |
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| derivations: |
reservedly (adv.), reservedness (n.) |
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