closelipped

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closelipped

Her colleague remained closelipped about the surprise party plans.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information: Describes a person who is very careful about what they say, especially regarding private or confidential matters. They are unwilling to share information freely.
Usage
  • This adjective is used to describe a person's character or behavior regarding communication. It implies a deliberate choice to be silent or vague.
  • It is typically used in a neutral or slightly formal context.
  • It often modifies nouns like "person," "individual," "witness," or "official."
Examples
Advanced Usage
  • "to remain closelipped": to continue to be secretive.
    • He remained closelipped on the subject, offering no new information.
  • "to be closelipped about something": to be secretive concerning a specific topic.
    • The agent was closelipped about the mission's objectives.
Variants and Related Words
  • Close-mouthed (adj): Having the same meaning as "closelipped"; tending not to talk much, especially about secrets.
    • He's a close-mouthed man who keeps his opinions to himself.
  • Tight-lipped (adj): Very similar in meaning, often used interchangeably with "closelipped" to describe someone who refuses to speak.
    • The administration has been tight-lipped about the scandal.
Synonyms
  • Reticent: Not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily.
  • Secretive: Inclined to conceal feelings and intentions or to hide information.
  • Uncommunicative: Unwilling to talk or impart information.
  • Discreet: Careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.
Antonyms
  • Talkative: Fond of or given to talking.
  • Garrulous: Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.
  • Forthcoming: Ready, willing, or eager to talk or give information.
  • Candid: Truthful and straightforward; frank.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • To keep one's cards close to one's chest: To be secretive about one's plans or intentions.
    • We don't know his strategy; he's keeping his cards close to his chest.
  • To play one's cards close to the vest: (Variant of the above idiom) To be cautious and secretive.
    • In negotiations, it's wise to play your cards close to the vest.
closelipped

Her colleague remained closelipped about the surprise party plans.

Adjective
  1. inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information
    • although they knew her whereabouts her friends kept close about it

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