How many syllables in secretive?

There are 3 syllables in the word secretive.

Divide secretive into syllables:

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

cagey

clamlike

clandestine

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withdrawn

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