сдържан — meaning in English
sdarzhan
Bulgarian → English · translate English → Bulgarian instead
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
- adj Careful, cautious, shy, wary.
- adj Excessively particular or fussy about details; fastidious.
- adj Not disposed to give freely; not lavish; frugal, sparing.
- adj Cared for, regarded as precious; cherished.