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Definition of reserved

reserved

/rɪˈzɝːvd/
re · served
Adverb:reservedly
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• adjective

1

Slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained and formal in manner or conduct.

Example

"Although he seemed quiet and reserved at first, he became much more talkative once he knew the group."

2

Kept specially for a particular person or purpose; booked in advance.

Example

"The front row of the auditorium consists entirely of reserved seats for the guest speakers."

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• Rhymes for reserved

• Nearby Words

reservable
reservation
reserve
reserved
reservedly
reserver
reservist

Word Origin & Etymology

From the past participle of the verb 'reserve', borrowed from Old French 'reserver', from Latin 'reservare' meaning 'to keep back, save up', composed of 're-' (back) and 'servare' (to keep, save, preserve).

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