plain-speaking vs reticent

plain-speaking

adj
  • Synonym of plain-spoken 

reticent

adj
  • Hesitant or not wanting to take some action; reluctant (usually followed by a verb in the infinitive). 

  • Keeping one's thoughts and opinions to oneself; reserved or restrained. 

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