closemouthed

close·mouthed

adj
\ˈklōz-ˌmau̇tht, also ˈklōs-ˌmau̇thd\

Definition of CLOSEMOUTHED

: cautious in speaking : uncommunicative; also : secretive

Examples of CLOSEMOUTHED

1. <he remained closemouthed about their activities>
2. <encourage the closemouthed children to speak up and not be shy>

First Known Use of CLOSEMOUTHED

1881

Related to CLOSEMOUTHED

Synonyms: close, secretive, dark, reticent, tight-mouthed, uncommunicative

Antonyms: communicative, open

Related Words: quiet, reserved, silent, taciturn, tight-lipped; discreet, prudent; clandestine, covert, furtive, hugger-mugger, secret, sneak, sneaky, stealthy, surreptitious, undercover, underhand, underhanded

Near Antonyms: candid, frank, honest, out-front, up-front; blunt, outspoken, tactless

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