taciturn

Vocabulary Word

Definition

If you describe someone as 'taciturn,' you mean they are usually quiet and speak little. It suggests the person is reserved or introverted, compared to an extroverted person who is more outgoing and talkative.

Examples in Different Contexts

In cinema, a 'taciturn' protagonist can create an air of mystery and tension. A film critic might observe, 'The taciturn hero, with his stern expression and sparse dialogue, kept the audience guessing about his true intentions.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

That new artist, Max, certainly allows his work to speak for him instead of himself.

Response:

That's true. Max is a taciturn artist, but his artworks express so much.

Academics

Scenario:

I'm intrigued by Professor Clarke's lectures, as they leave a lot of room for analysis.

Response:

Professor Clarke's taciturn manner does challenge us to delve deeper into the subject matter.