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EFFUSIVE Antonyms

There are 5 antonyms of the word effusive. (opposite meanings)

Best Opposite Words For EFFUSIVE

WordSaveSyns..UsageType
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

Alternatives for ALOOF

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Alternatives for RESERVED

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Phrases (1)

Alternatives for RESTRAINED

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Phrases (2)

Alternatives for RETICENT

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Alternatives for TIMID

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