silent, taciturn, reticent, reserved, secretive mean showing restraint in speaking. silent implies a habit of saying no more than is needed. the strong, silent type taciturn implies a temperamental disinclination to speech and usually connotes unsociability.

What is the synonym of taciturnity?

Some common synonyms of taciturn are reserved, reticent, secretive, and silent.

What is a laconic person?

Laconic is an adjective that describes a style of speaking or writing that uses only a few words, often to express complex thoughts and ideas. ... There's a friend of yours who doesn't talk very much, and when he does, he says maybe three words and then becomes quiet again. You could describe that friend as laconic.