Reserved ( adjective , verb , noun )

(As an adjective)

Reserved ( adjective )

  1. Holding something back or keeping it for a particular purpose or person.
  2. Showing restraint in behavior or speech; not showing or expressing strong emotions or opinions.

Origin:

Middle english, past participle of reserven "keep back, retain", from old french reservier, from latin reservare "keep back, preserve".

Examples:

  1. The reserved seating area at the concert was clearly marked.
  2. She was always very reserved in her approach to social situations.
  3. The general was reserved in his comments about the situation.
  4. He had always been reserved about sharing his personal life with others.
  5. Despite her reserved demeanor, she was actually quite outgoing with her friends.

(As a verb)

Reserved ( verb )

  1. Holding something back or keeping it for a particular purpose or person.
  2. Showing restraint in behavior or speech; not showing or expressing strong emotions or opinions.

Origin:

Middle english, past participle of reserven "keep back, retain", from old french reservier, from latin reservare "keep back, preserve".

Examples:

  1. The reserved seating area at the concert was clearly marked.
  2. She was always very reserved in her approach to social situations.
  3. The general was reserved in his comments about the situation.
  4. He had always been reserved about sharing his personal life with others.
  5. Despite her reserved demeanor, she was actually quite outgoing with her friends.

(As a noun)

Reserved ( noun )

  1. Holding something back or keeping it for a particular purpose or person.
  2. Showing restraint in behavior or speech; not showing or expressing strong emotions or opinions.

Origin:

Middle english, past participle of reserven "keep back, retain", from old french reservier, from latin reservare "keep back, preserve".

Examples:

  1. The reserved seating area at the concert was clearly marked.
  2. She was always very reserved in her approach to social situations.
  3. The general was reserved in his comments about the situation.
  4. He had always been reserved about sharing his personal life with others.
  5. Despite her reserved demeanor, she was actually quite outgoing with her friends.
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