unreserved

adjective

ˌən-ri-ˈzərvd How to pronounce unreserved (audio)
Definition of unreservednext
1
as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions the politician was criticized for being too unreserved in his pronouncements on touchy subjects

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2
as in emotional
showing feeling freely people at the funeral were unreserved mourners, and the service was marked by loud wailing

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Recent Examples of unreserved The unreserved feedback on the offense comes first. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 29 Jan. 2026 There is an open-concept layout with unreserved desks, plus small nooks and rooms for private calls or meetings. — Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Nov. 2025 Uni will not leave February 6 unreserved, replacing Reminders of Him with an untitled Blumhouse movie. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025 Interestingly, even Stricker’s admirers rarely express unreserved praise for her work. — Moritz Scheper, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unreserved
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unreserved
  1. outspoken
  2. emotional
  3. honest
  4. uninhibited
  5. candid
  6. affectionate
  7. frank
  8. effusive
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  • Kloss is an outspoken advocate for reproductive rights and other progressive causes.
    — Greg Beacham, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In a Republican primary, where candidates typically run to the right, voters may opt for the candidate that has the most outspoken track record.
    — Jack Harvel August 12, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of outspoken
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  • In fact, Jaissle, with his emotional touchline demeanour and obsessive tactical demands, comes across more as a highly-strung indie-rock songwriter/front man.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Its quincunx to Saturn in your 4th House of Home may ask you to balance growth with family, housing, or emotional responsibilities.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of emotional
Adjective
  • To be honest, that's probably the best-case scenario for the casual fans that this sort of fight draws.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Its quincunx to Saturn in your 2nd House of Resources may ask you to be honest about time, money, energy, or self-worth.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of honest
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  • Directed by Martin Scorsese and set in the late 80s and early 90s, the movie starred Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belfort, an uninhibited young stockbroker who becomes enamored by the excess and ruthlessness of Wall Street.
    — Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026
  • Though Williams’ movement appeared uninhibited throughout Tuesday’s match, an injury doesn’t come as a complete surprise.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of uninhibited
Adjective
  • Over the years, Tallulah has continued to be candid about her self-image, including her decision to have her fillers dissolved.
    — Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Continue reading … TURNING HEADS – John Goodman spotted nearly unrecognizable in candid grocery store snapshot.
    — , FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of candid
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  • The affectionate couple was spotted holding hands and at one point sharing a steamy kiss on their outing.
    — Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Spelling has also been openly affectionate about her decades-long bond with Green.
    — Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of affectionate
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  • Pierre and Jagannathan’s scenes have a charge enhanced by their characters’ age gap and frank conversations about navigating the overwhelmingly white Rushville.
    — Alison Herman, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The crumbling institution makes an appropriately strange backdrop for a romp that mixes madcap antics, tangled romantic relationships, and the frank, sometimes enthusiastically gross sexuality that is one of Waller-Bridge’s signatures.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of frank
Adjective
  • Nakase was effusive in her praise and highlighted the charitable aspect unprompted during her pregame press conference.
    — Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The close cooperation and effusive praise from the start of the Iran war have given way to Trump’s expletive-laden outbursts directed at his most vocal international advocate.
    — Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
Definition of effusive

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“Unreserved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unreserved. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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