Closemouthed and Loquacious

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Closemouthed adjective - Tending not to speak frequently (as by habit or inclination).

Usage example: encourage the closemouthed children to speak up and not be shy

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Loquacious is an antonym for closemouthed.

Loquacious adjective - Fond of talking or conversation.

Usage example: sometimes the loquacious talk show host barely lets her guests get a word in

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Closemouthed is an antonym for loquacious.

Nearby Word: loquacity

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