Reserved
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Slow to reveal emotions or opinions, or set aside for particular use or person. As a verb, past tense of reserve, meaning to keep back or book in advance.
“They reserved a table at the restaurant to celebrate their anniversary next Saturday.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/rɪˈzɜːvd/
Syllables
re·served
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Wordle
Contains four E's with -ED ending; double E pattern is distinctive
Scrabble
Worth 12 points; abundant E's allow for flexible word connections
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