Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
someone-of-few-words
idiom
/ˈsʌm.wʌn əv fjuː wɜːrdz/
Definition
A person who speaks very little, often conveying their thoughts in a concise manner.
Examples
- Even in large gatherings, she remained a someone-of-few-words, only sharing her thoughts when she felt it was necessary.
- His reputation as someone-of-few-words made his rare contributions to discussions all the more impactful.
Meaning
The term ‘someone-of-few-words’ describes an individual who tends to express themselves briefly and deliberately, often valuing quiet reflection over verbose conversations.
Synonyms
- reticent
- concise
- taciturn
- reserved
- brief
