Magoosh Speaking Words Flashcards

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reticent

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Tight-lipped, not offering one’s thoughts freely.

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garrulous

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Speaking more than necessary, chatty.

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verbose

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Using more words than necessary.

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taciturn

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Quiet and reserved, brooding.

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mince

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To not speak directly for fear of offending.

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hedge

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To not commit oneself fully verbally.

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loquacious

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Talkative, long-winded.

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palaver

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Idle chatter.

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