Synonyms of tight-lipped
3 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for tight-lipped is discreet. Other synonyms of tight-lipped are closemouthed and secretive. The opposite of tight-lipped is loose-lipped.
Synonyms and similar words for tight-lipped
adjectiveUnwilling to divulge information.
- closemouthedReticent, secretive or uncommunicative.
- discreetRespectful of privacy or secrecy; exercising caution in order to avoid causing embarrassment; quiet; diplomatic.
- secretive
Opposite of tight-lipped
adjectiveAntonym(s) of “unwilling to divulge information”.
- indiscreetNot discreet; lacking in discretion.
- loose-lippedIndiscreet.
Meaning of tight-lipped
- adjective Having the lips pressed tightly together, hence, not speaking.
- adjective Unwilling to divulge information.
tight-lipped in other languages
Questions about synonyms of tight-lipped
- What is another word for tight-lipped?
- Tight-lipped has 3 synonyms on Word.ws, such as discreet, closemouthed and secretive.
- What is the opposite of tight-lipped?
- The opposite of tight-lipped is loose-lipped.
- What does tight-lipped mean?
- Tight-lipped means having the lips pressed tightly together, hence, not speaking.
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