Synonym selection (vocabulary – meaning of “taciturnity”): Choose the word that best expresses the meaning. Target word: TACITURNITY Instruction: Select the closest synonym meaning “habitual silence; reserved nature in speech.”

Meaning
“Taciturnity” denotes a tendency to be silent or reserved in speech.

Option analysis
Reticence — reluctance to speak; reserved nature; best synonym. ✅Loquacity / Garrulity — talkativeness; antonyms. ❌Eloquence — fluent, persuasive speaking; different quality. ❌

Usage
His taciturnity in meetings → his reticence to speak.

Final Answer
Reticence