EFFUSIVE Antonyms
There are 5 antonyms of the word
effusive.
(opposite meanings)
Best Opposite Words For EFFUSIVE
| Word | Save | Syns.. | Usage | Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aloof | adjectiveadj | |||||
adverb • in an aloof manner adjective satellite • remote in manner | ||||||
| reserved | adverb, adjectiveadv, adj | |||||
adjective • set aside for the use of a particular person or party • marked by self-restraint and reticence | ||||||
| restrained | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • under restraint adjective satellite • cool and formal in manner • marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes • not showy or obtrusive • prudent | ||||||
| reticent | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • temperamentally disinclined to talk • cool and formal in manner • reluctant to draw attention to yourself | ||||||
| timid | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • showing fear and lack of confidence • lacking self-confidence noun • people who are fearful and cautious adjective satellite • lacking conviction or boldness or courage | ||||||