🛡️guarded

adjective
/ˈɡɑːrdɪd/

Meaning

Cautious and careful in speech or action, often to avoid giving too much away.

Example Sentences

He gave a guarded reply to the journalist.

Synonyms

cautious, reserved, careful, restrained

Antonyms

open, frank, carefree

Collocations

guarded reply, guarded statement, guarded optimism

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