Introverted Meaning in English
word · lemma: introvert
ˈɪntɹoʊˌvɝtɪd
IN-troh-vur-tid
ˈɪntɹəvˌɜːtɪd
IN-truh-vur-tid
Definition
Describes someone who is quiet, prefers to spend time alone or with a few close friends, and often feels drained after being in large groups or social situations.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in psychology and everyday language. Less formal than 'reserved'. Typically describes personality; not an insult. Used as 'an introverted person' or 'she is introverted'. Opposite of 'extroverted'.
Spanish: introvertidoPortuguese (BR): introvertidoPortuguese (PT): introvertidoChinese (Simplified): 内向的Chinese (Traditional): 內向的Hindi: अंतर्मुखीArabic: انطوائيBengali: অন্তর্মুখীRussian: интровертныйJapanese: 内向的Vietnamese: hướng nộiKorean: 내성적인Turkish: içe dönükUrdu: اندرونیIndonesian: introvert - pendiam (kepribadian)
Example Sentences
He is very introverted and likes reading alone.
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Some children are naturally introverted.
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Being introverted does not mean being unfriendly.
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I’m pretty introverted, so parties can be exhausting for me.
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Don’t mistake being introverted for being antisocial.
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My sister’s very introverted, but she’s great one-on-one.
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