taciturn | Definition of taciturn

Synonyms and Antonyms of taciturn

tending not to speak frequently (as by habit or inclination)

a taciturn man, he almost never initiates a conversation

Synonyms of taciturn

closemouthed, dumb, laconic, reserved, reticent, silent, tight-lipped, uncommunicative

Words Related to taciturn

aloof, indrawn, inhibited, introverted, reserved, restrained

sedate, self-contained, sober, staid

backward, bashful, coy, demure, diffident, modest, retiring, self-effacing, sheepish

Near Antonyms of taciturn

free-spoken, outspoken, vocal

gossipy, talebearing

diffuse, long-winded, prolix, rambling, verbose, windy, wordy

extroverted (also extraverted), gregarious, outgoing, sociable

Antonyms of taciturn

blabby, chatty, communicative, conversational, gabby, garrulous, loquacious, motormouthed, mouthy, talkative, talky, unreserved