Synonyms of tight-lipped

tight-lipped

adjective

ˈtīt-ˈlipt 

as in silent

tending not to speak frequently (as by habit or inclination)

the cabinet official is usually tight-lipped about her private life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• silent
• reserved
• dumb
• restrained
• taciturn
• laconic
• reticent
• uncommunicative
• closemouthed
• aloof
• introverted
• inhibited
• coy
• bashful
• staid
• sheepish
• diffident
• sedate
• indrawn
• backward
• modest
• retiring
• demure
• sober
• self-effacing
• self-contained

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• talkative
• outspoken
• communicative
• loquacious
• vocal
• garrulous
• chatty
• conversational
• unreserved
• talky
• mouthy
• gossipy
• blabby
• gabby
• motormouthed
• free-spoken
• verbose
• prolix
• diffuse
• wordy
• outgoing
• gregarious
• windy
• rambling
• extroverted
• sociable
• long-winded
• talebearing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tight-lipped

Reportedly, SpaceX filings indicate total multi-phase investments could reach $119 billion, while partner Intel has pledged support despite remaining tight-lipped about the exact nature of its involvement. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026

Everyone’s tight-lipped about who’s on it, but nobody seems out of the question. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 4 Aug. 2026

The actor remains tight-lipped about season four, except revealing that Bradley Whitford, who portrays Grace’s husband, first gentleman Todd, has a bigger role as expected. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2026

While the 34-year-old – who is mom to daughters Wyatt, 6; Elliotte, 5; Bennett, 3; and 15-month-old Finnley – was tight-lipped about details, the wedding was reportedly a family affair. — Melina Khan, USA Today, 24 July 2026