B2adjectiverelationshipspsychology
US/rɪˈzɜːrvd/
UK/rɪˈzɜːvd/
quiet and not willing to show your feelings or talk about yourself much
In context
He is a reserved man who rarely talks about his private life.
My sister is quite reserved when she meets new people.
The team found their new manager polite but reserved.
Words that go with reserved
adjective + noun
- reserved mannerShe has a calm, reserved manner.
- reserved personA reserved person may need time to open up.
adverb + adjective
- naturally reservedHe is naturally reserved and prefers small groups.
- rather reservedHer parents are rather reserved with strangers.
adjective + preposition
- quiet and reservedThe new student seemed quiet and reserved.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He is a reserve person.Correct: He is a reserved person.