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сдържан — meaning in English

sdarzhan

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English meaning

  • aloof adj Distant or reserved in manner, keeping oneself apart emotionally or socially.
  • chary adj Careful, cautious, shy, wary.
  • composed adjective Calm and in control of one's emotions.
  • continent noun One of the large landmasses of the Earth, such as Africa, Asia, or Europe.
  • coy adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
  • discreet adj Careful and tactful in what one says or does, especially to avoid causing embarrassment.
  • modest adj Not boastful about one's achievements or abilities.
  • reserved adj Slow to show emotion or share opinions; quietly restrained in manner.
  • restrained adj Kept under control; not showing strong emotion or excess.
  • reticent adj Unwilling to share thoughts, feelings, or information freely.
  • standoffish adj Aloof; reserved; unsociable and unfriendly.
  • temperate adj Mild, not extreme in temperature or climate.

Senses

сдържан is used for these senses in English:

  • aloof Reserved and remote; either physically or emotionally distant; standoffish.
  • chary Careful, cautious, shy, wary.
  • composed Showing composure.
  • continent (obsolete) Containing or capable of containing.
  • coy Reluctant to give details about something sensitive; notably prudish.
  • discreet Not drawing attention, anger or challenge; inconspicuous.
  • modest (especially of behavior or clothing) Intending to avoid the encouraging of sexual attraction in others.
  • reserved (comparable) Slow to reveal emotion or opinions.

chary — full definition

  1. adj Careful, cautious, shy, wary.
  2. adj Excessively particular or fussy about details; fastidious.
  3. adj Not disposed to give freely; not lavish; frugal, sparing.
  4. adj Cared for, regarded as precious; cherished.

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