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September 07, 2018 Word of the Day

reserved / rɪˈzɚvd/ adjective
reserved
/ rɪˈzɚvd/
adjective
Reserved seating for special guests is in the front row.
Reserved seating for special guests is in the front row.
Definition of RESERVED

1 [more reserved; most reserved] : not openly expressing feelings or opinions

  • She is a very reserved young woman.

2 : kept for use only by a particular person or group

  • a reserved parking space

  • The front row is reserved for faculty.

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