adj
reserved
rih-ZURVD
adj
1
Slow to show emotion or share opinions; quietly restrained in manner.
"He seemed reserved at first, but opened up once he knew people."
"She gave a reserved nod instead of celebrating loudly."
2
Set aside or booked in advance for a particular person or purpose.
"That seat is reserved for the guest of honor."
How to Use Reserved
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither "held back for someone" (a reserved seat) or "emotionally guarded" (a reserved person).
Common pairings
reserved seating
a reserved personality
strictly reserved
Word Forms
more reserved comparative, most reserved superlative
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