Learn a Word Daily — Reticent
Today’s word is "Reticent": Not revealing much; reserved.
|
Word of the Day · January 18, 2026
Reticent
RET-uh-sunt · adjective
|
|
Definition
Not revealing much; reserved.
|
Origin & Etymology
From Latin reticere, meaning “to keep silent.”
|
Nuance
Reticent suggests holding back—either from shyness, caution, or discretion.
|
Usage
“She was reticent about her plans until everything was finalized.”
|
Fun Fact
Many style guides note that reticent originally meant “reluctant to speak,” not merely “reluctant.”
|
| |
Discover More Words You May Have Missed
|
| |
|
|
| |
We value your time and your inbox. You’re receiving
Learn a Word Daily because you chose to subscribe.
If these emails ever stop being useful, you can
unsubscribe below instantly
— we value your time.
Thank you! 💛
|
|
|