1. to answer or respond in a careful, cautious manner, revealing little information or emotion
When asked about the scandal, the politician replied guardedly that he had no comment.
Quando perguntado sobre o escândalo, o político respondeu com cautela que não tinha comentários a fazer.
2. to give a measured or evasive answer, protecting oneself from revealing too much
She replied guardedly to his personal questions, unwilling to share intimate details.
Ela respondeu com cautela às suas perguntas pessoais, relutante em compartilhar detalhes íntimos.