secretive
adjectiveHow many syllables in secretive?
There are 3 syllables in the word secretive.How to pronounce secretive:
Definition of secretive:
- secretive (adjective):
- hiding feelings and intentions
- inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information.
- disposed to secrecy not open or outgoing in speech, activity, or purposes
Synonyms for secretive:
cagey
clamlike
clandestine
close
closemouthed
cryptic
dark
deep
discreet
enigmatic
incommunicative
playing your cards close to your chest
prudent
quiet
reserved
reticent
secret
silent
taciturn
tight-lipped
tight-mouthed
tightlipped
uncommunicative
unforthcoming
withdrawn
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