noun
- the quality or state of being reserved; tendency to keep one’s thoughts, feelings, or personal matters to oneself
Examples
- Her natural reservedness made it difficult for new colleagues to get to know her.
- The candidate’s reservedness during the interview was mistaken for lack of interest.
- Despite his reservedness, he was deeply caring about his family.
- The teacher’s reservedness created a formal atmosphere in the classroom.
- She gradually overcame her reservedness and became more outgoing.
- His reservedness was often misinterpreted as unfriendliness.