secretive
Translation
secretive
Examples
He is very secretive about his work.
He is very secretive about his work.
It was a secretive organisation.
It was a secretive organization.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) secretive ((about sth.)) to be unwilling to talk about (sth.) He is very secretive about his work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reserved, uncommunicative; Antonyms: open, talkative
Etymology
From Latin 'secretus' (hidden), with the adjective-forming suffix '-ive'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who is 'active' in keeping 'secrets'. This describes their nature.