secretive
Translation
secretive, uncommunicative, reticent
Examples
He is very secretive about his work.
He is very secretive about his work.
She gave me a secretive smile.
She gave me a secretive smile.
Grammar Patterns
inclined to conceal feelings and intentions He is very secretive about his work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uncommunicative, reticent, reserved; Antonyms: open, frank, candid
Etymology
From 'secret' + '-ive' (adjective-forming suffix). Literally, 'tending to keep secrets'.
Memory Tips
A 'secretive' person is someone who is 'active' in keeping 'secrets'.