Meaning & use
introverted
Tending to be reserved and quiet, and more energized by solitude than by social interaction.
See it in a sentence
As an introverted child, she preferred reading alone over playing at large parties.
His introverted nature made him thoughtful, but public speaking always drained him.
A note on using this word
Introverted describes a personality preference for solitude and inward reflection, not necessarily shyness or social anxiety.
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Words with an opposite meaning
extrovertedoutgoing
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