Meaning & use
taciturn
Habitually saying very little and reluctant to speak or join in conversation.
See it in a sentence
The taciturn farmer answered every question with a single nod or a short grunt.
She grew more taciturn after the accident, spending evenings alone rather than talking to friends.
A note on using this word
Taciturn describes a settled personality trait, not just a temporary mood; it can carry a slightly negative or unfriendly connotation.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
talkativevoluble
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