Meaning & use

introvert

noun·Academic

A person who tends to focus on their own thoughts and feels drained by too much social interaction.

See it in a sentence

As an introvert, she preferred a quiet evening reading to a loud party.

Being an introvert doesn't mean he is shy; he simply recharges alone.

A note on using this word

Introvert describes where someone gets their energy, not their level of confidence; introverts can still be skilled public speakers.

Words with a similar meaning

loner

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