reticence
noun as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:He was so shy that he had a reticent speaker at his graduation ceremony.
Definition:a person who is hesitant to speak or express opinions.
From reticent speaker
Example:The witnesses exhibited a reticence to disclose their identities to avoid potential harassment.
Definition:a hesitation to reveal or make known information.
From reticence to disclose
Example:There was a palpable reticence about the official about announcing the budget cuts.
Definition:a tendency to withhold information or expression.
From reticence about
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