Reserved

/rɪˈzɜrvɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To hold back or keep specifically for a future use.

We reserved a table at the restaurant for our anniversary dinner.

To arrange in advance to keep a place or service available.

She reserved a hotel room for her vacation next month.

adjective

Slow to reveal emotions or opinions.

Despite his reserved demeanor, he had a wealth of knowledge to share.

Kept for a particular purpose.

The reserved seating section was only for VIP guests.

From Middle French 'réservé', from Latin 'reservatus'.

reserved seat

A seat that has been set aside for a particular person.

reserved nature

A personality trait characterized by restraint and caution in social situations.

reserved judgment

Withholding opinions or decisions until more information is available.

reticent

Not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily.

discreet

Careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions.

aloof

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

Low-key

He's pretty low-key; he doesn't like drawing attention to himself.

Chill

She's super chill; never gets too excited about anything.