3syllables
reticence
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reticence is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, reticence is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofreticence
1noun
- An abrupt breaking-off in speech, often indicated in print using an ellipsis (…) or an em dash (—).
Synonyms: reticence
1noun
- Avoidance of saying or reluctance to say too much; discretion, tight-lippedness; an instance of acting in this manner.
Synonyms: reserve, taciturnity
- A silent and reserved nature.
Synonyms: introversion, reservation
- Followed by of: discretion or restraint in the use of something.
- Often followed by to: hesitancy or reluctance (to do something).
Synonyms: disinclination, hesitation
1verb
- To deliberately not listen or pay attention to; to disregard, to ignore.
Synonyms: "pass over"
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