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Reticence
/ˈɹɛtɪs(ə)ns/
An abrupt breaking-off in speech, often indicated in print using an ellipsis (…) or an em dash (—).
📖 Definitions of "Reticence"
noun
- 1
An abrupt breaking-off in speech, often indicated in print using an ellipsis (…) or an em dash (—).
noun
- 1
Avoidance of saying or reluctance to say too much; discretion, tight-lippedness; an instance of acting in this manner.
- 2
A silent and reserved nature.
- 3
Followed by of: discretion or restraint in the use of something.
- 4
Often followed by to: hesitancy or reluctance (to do something).
verb
- 1
To deliberately not listen or pay attention to; to disregard, to ignore.
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