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Antonyms
Etymology
1. reticent
adjective. ['ˈrɛtɪsənt'] temperamentally disinclined to talk.
Synonyms
- untalkative
Antonyms
- unemotionality
- passionate
Etymology
- reticens (Latin)
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Rhymes with Reticent
- abandonment
- abatement
- aberrant
- abhorrent
- abortifacient
- abridgement
- absent
- absorbent
- abstinent
- abundant
- accelerant
- accident
- accompaniment
- accompaniment
- accomplishment
- accountant
- accouterment
- accoutrement
- achievement
- acknowledgement
How do you pronounce reticent?
Pronounce reticent as ˈrɛtɪsənt.
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Sentences with reticent
1. Verb, past participle
Why the Americas have been reticent in adopting the A-series sizes is up for debate.
2. Adjective
Recruiters know the value of maturity and are not reticent about making introductions for you.
3. Noun, singular or mass
Her mood seems to withdraw into a shell; her tone grows similarly reticent.
2. reticent
adjective. ['ˈrɛtɪsənt'] reluctant to draw attention to yourself.
Synonyms
- unassertive
- self-effacing
Antonyms
- incoming
- immodest
- bold
Etymology
- reticens (Latin)
3. reticent
adjective. ['ˈrɛtɪsənt'] cool and formal in manner.
Synonyms
- unemotional
- restrained
Antonyms
- domineering
- aggressive
- unreserved
Etymology
- reticens (Latin)