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guardedness Synonyms

Another word for guardedness

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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of being cautious, reserved, or reluctant to reveal one's thoughts and feelings.

Usage Example

"Years of public scrutiny had instilled a quiet wariness in the author whenever journalists asked about his private life."

Strongest
wariness
Strong
caution
reserve
reticence
circumspection
watchfulness
Weak
chary

Opposites of guardedness

The opposite of guardedness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

openness
candor
frankness
forthrightness
unreserve
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• Nearby Words

guard
guarded
guardedly
guardedness
guarder
guardhouse
guardian

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Guardedness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/guardedness
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