closemouthedness

[US]//ˈkləʊsˌmaʊðɪdnəs//
[UK]//ˈkloʊsˌmaʊðɪdnəs//

Translation

n.the quality or state of being close-mouthed; reticence; unwillingness to speak freely or reveal information; deliberate secrecy or reserve in speech; tendency to keep one’s thoughts, feelings, or plans undisclosed

Phrases & Collocations

his closemouthedness

her closemouthedness

their closemouthedness

closemouthedness matters

closemouthedness helps

closemouthedness prevails

maintain closemouthedness

practice closemouthedness

value closemouthedness

closemouthedness today

Example Sentences

his closemouthedness about the merger fueled endless speculation in the office.

her closemouthedness on personal matters is well known among her colleagues.

the witness’s closemouthedness during cross-examination frustrated the defense team.

i admired his closemouthedness under pressure, even when reporters pushed hard.

their closemouthedness about the budget cuts kept everyone on edge.

closemouthedness in negotiations can be a strength if it prevents careless disclosures.

his sudden closemouthedness after the incident made me worry something was wrong.

management’s closemouthedness regarding layoffs created a climate of anxiety.

her closemouthedness toward the press protected the family’s privacy.

closemouthedness about the investigation is standard procedure until charges are filed.

his closemouthedness left me with more questions than answers after the meeting.

she maintained closemouthedness on the record and shared details only off the record.

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