Question

do you believe that opposites attract? i think there must be a bit of truth to it. for instance, mr. cooper is the most talkative person ive ever met, while his wife, though not unfriendly, is taciturn. what is the meaning of the word taciturn as used in the passage? quiet and reserved; modest and unpretentious; polite and respectful; loud and clamorous

Explanation:

The passage contrasts Mr. Cooper, who is very talkative, with his wife who is taciturn. The context implies that taciturn is the opposite of talkative, meaning quiet and reserved.

Answer:

quiet and reserved