сде́ржанный — meaning in English
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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
- adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
- adjective Reluctant to give a direct answer, especially about something sensitive.