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сде́ржанный — meaning in English

sderzhannyy

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English meaning

  • aloof adj Distant or reserved in manner, keeping oneself apart emotionally or socially.
  • coy adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
  • demure adjective Quiet, modest, and reserved in manner.
  • moderate adj Neither too much nor too little; reasonable in amount or degree.
  • 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.
  • temperate adj Mild, not extreme in temperature or climate.

Senses

сде́ржанный is used for these senses in English:

  • aloof Reserved and remote; either physically or emotionally distant; standoffish.
  • coy Reluctant to give details about something sensitive; notably prudish.
  • moderate Not excessive; acting in moderation
  • reserved (comparable) Slow to reveal emotion or opinions.
  • restrained Held back, limited, kept in check or under control.
  • reticent Unwilling to communicate; keeping one's thoughts and opinions to oneself; reserved or restrained.

coy — full definition

  1. adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
  2. adjective Reluctant to give a direct answer, especially about something sensitive.

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