Meaning of the word reticent in English

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reticent

US /ˈret̬.ə.sənt/
UK /ˈret.ɪ.sənt/
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Adjective

not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily

Example:
He was very reticent about his past.
She remained reticent, refusing to answer any questions.
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