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reservedly
This adverb describes a manner of communication or behavior characterized by restraint. It often suggests a psychological barrier, where the speaker intentionally limits the information or emotion they share. Depending on the context, this can stem from internal shyness or a strategic desire for privacy.
In professional or diplomatic settings, the word takes on a cooler, more detached connotation. Here, it implies a lack of warmth or a calculated distance used to signal disapproval or to maintain a strict boundary of formality, contrasting with words like "warmly" or "cordially."
Meanings
Examples
She answered the interviewer's questions reservedly to avoid revealing too much.
I wonder if he is just shy or if he is acting reservedly on purpose.
The diplomat spoke reservedly during the press conference to maintain neutrality.
The diplomat spoke reservedly during the press conference to maintain neutrality.
Please just tell me how you feel instead of responding so reservedly.
He smiled reservedly when the team praised his contribution.
He smiled reservedly when the team praised his contribution.
The witness testified reservedly and refused to speculate on the motive.
She greeted her estranged father reservedly at the airport.
I should probably be more open, but I tend to behave reservedly around strangers.