reserved

adjectiveHigh-frequency wordMore R words

slow to reveal emotion or opinion; restrained in manner

In a sentence

Reserved in a sentence

Here is an example sentence showing reserved in a sentence.

He was reserved in meetings, which his colleagues mistook for indifference rather than caution.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Keep going

holding or expressing an opinion with extreme and uncompromising zeal

a person skilled at telling entertaining anecdotes and stories

to complain bitterly or protest in harsh, abusive language

to talk or write at length in a confused, aimless way

spreading or flourishing unchecked, especially of something harmful

loosely held together and on the verge of collapse from neglect

bitter, long-lasting resentment or ill will

marked by deep-seated bitterness or hostility

Common questions

Reserved (adjective) means slow to reveal emotion or opinion; restrained in manner

Here is reserved used in an example sentence: "He was reserved in meetings, which his colleagues mistook for indifference rather than caution."

Common synonyms for reserved include reticent, taciturn, aloof.

Antonyms of reserved include gregarious, effusive, outgoing.

Yes. Reserved is a high-frequency GRE word, so it is worth prioritising as you build your vocabulary.

Vocabulary sticks when you meet it in real sentences. Practise these words inside text completion and sentence equivalence questions.