Restrainedly: meaning, definitions and examples
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restrainedly
[ rɪˈstreɪndɪdli ]
in behavior or actions
With restraint or control; in a reserved or discreet manner.
Synonyms
discreetly, modestly, reservedly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| restrainedly |
Use 'restrainedly' when describing an action or behavior done with self-control or in moderation.
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| reservedly |
Use 'reservedly' when describing someone who is holding back their emotions or opinions, often due to shyness or caution.
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| discreetly |
Use 'discreetly' when someone is careful to avoid attracting attention or causing embarrassment, especially in delicate situations.
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| modestly |
Use 'modestly' when referring to actions or statements that are humble and do not draw attention to oneself. Often used in a positive sense.
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Examples of usage
- She spoke restrainedly, careful not to reveal too much.
- He nodded his head restrainedly, not wanting to show his true emotions.
- The audience clapped restrainedly, showing their appreciation but not too enthusiastically.
Translations
Translations of the word "restrainedly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 comedidamente
🇮🇳 संयमित रूप से
🇩🇪 zurückhaltend
🇮🇩 dengan terkendali
🇺🇦 стримано
🇵🇱 powściągliwie
🇯🇵 抑制して
🇫🇷 avec retenue
🇪🇸 con moderación
🇹🇷 dengeli bir şekilde
🇰🇷 절제하여
🇸🇦 بتحفظ
🇨🇿 zdrženlivě
🇸🇰 zdržiavajúco
🇨🇳 克制地
🇸🇮 zadržano
🇮🇸 með hófsemi
🇰🇿 ұстамдылықпен
🇬🇪 შეკავებული
🇦🇿 mülayimliklə
🇲🇽 con moderación
Etymology
The adverb 'restrainedly' is derived from the verb 'restrain', which comes from the Old French word 'restreindre', meaning 'to hold back or keep in check'. The adverb form 'restrainedly' has been used in English since the 19th century to describe actions or behaviors that are done with control or moderation.
See also: restrain, restrained, restrainer, restraining, unrestrained, unrestrainedly.