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reticence

/ˈɹɛtɪs(ə)ns/
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noun

  • An abrupt breaking-off in speech, often indicated in print using an ellipsis (…) or an em dash (—).
Synonyms:reticence

noun

  • Avoidance of saying or reluctance to say too much; discretion, tight-lippedness; an instance of acting in this manner.
  • A silent and reserved nature.
  • Followed by of: discretion or restraint in the use of something.
  • Often followed by to: hesitancy or reluctance (to do something).

verb

  • To deliberately not listen or pay attention to; to disregard, to ignore.
Synonyms:pass over

Word Statistics

Letter Count9 letters
Syllables3 syllables
Difficulty Level
Hard
Word FrequencyUncommon
Vowel Count4 vowels
Consonant Count5 consonants

Letter Analysis & Structure

First LetterR
Last LetterE
Letter Breakdown
R
E
T
I
C
E
N
C
E

Game Compatibility & Validity

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Suitable for Vocabulary Learning
Suitable for Timed Rush & Category Wordle

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