introverted
ˈɪntrəˌvɜrtɪd
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Definition of introverted - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
traithaving a personality that is reserved and thoughtful
  • He is introverted and prefers to spend time alone.
reserved reticent withdrawn
2.
psychologyfocused on internal thoughts and feelings
  • She is introverted and enjoys spending time alone.
inner-directed introspective inward-looking
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Origin of introverted

Latin, intro (inward) + vertere (to turn)

Terms with introverted included in their meaning

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introversion
avoid interaction with others, being introverted or solitary
shy personality
introverted and preferring privacy
psychology
introverted or socially withdrawn
introversion
the act of becoming introverted or self-absorbed
psychology
introverted and not inclined to interact with others
INFJabbr.
abr: Introverted Intuitive Feeling Judging
personality type focused on feelings and intuition
INFPabbr.
abr: introverted, intuitive, feeling and perceiving
personality type focused on feelings and imagination
INTPabbr.
abr: introverted, intuitive, thinking and perceiving
personality type focused on ideas and logic

Examples of introverted in a sentence

  • An introverted manager can still lead effectively.
  • Despite being introverted, he excelled in public speaking.
  • Introverted students often prefer solitary study sessions.

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  1. French:introverti, introspectif, ...
  2. German:introvertiert, in sich gekehrt, ...
  3. Italian:introverso, ...
  4. Spanish:introvertido, ...
  5. Portuguese:introvertido, ...
  6. Chinese:内向的, 自省的, ...
  7. Japanese:内向的な, 内省的な, ...
  8. Arabic:انطوائي, ...
  9. Hebrew:מוּפְנָם, מֻפְנָם, ...
  10. Russian:замкнутый, ...
  11. Ukrainian:інтровертований, інтровертний, ...
  12. Hindi:अंतर्मुखी, अंतरमुख, ...
introvert
ˈɪntrəvɝːt

Definition of introvert - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
personality typeperson who prefers solitary activities and inner thoughts
  • She identified as an introvert, preferring quiet evenings at home to loud parties..
loner solitary
2.
zoologyDatedorgan that can be turned inside outDated
  • The worm's introvert helps it retract into its burrow.

Adjective

1.
personality traitTECH.turned inward in focus or interestTECH.
  • She had an introvert nature, preferring quiet evenings at home..
introspective inward-looking
2.
psychologycharacterized by a focus on internal feelings
  • She has an introvert nature, preferring quiet evenings.
introspective inward-looking reserved

Verb

1.
introspectionintr.TECH.focus inwardly on thoughts or feelingsintr.TECH.
  • He tends to introvert when making big decisions.
self-reflect
2.
biologytr.TECH.turn something inward or inside outtr.TECH.
  • The sea cucumber can introvert its stomach.
invert retract reverse
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Origin of introvert

Latin, intro (inward) + vertere (to turn)

Examples of introvert in a sentence

  • Being an introvert, he avoided large social gatherings.
  • The introvert of the sea cucumber is fascinating to marine biologists.
  • Scientists studied the introvert to understand its feeding mechanism.
  • His introvert tendencies made him a great listener.
  • An introvert student often excels in solitary tasks.
  • His introvert personality makes him shy at parties.

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  1. French:introverti, organe éversible, ...
  2. German:introvertierte Person, introvertiert, ...
  3. Italian:persona introversa, organo introverso, ...
  4. Spanish:introvertido, introspectivo, ...
  5. Portuguese:introvertido, introvertida, ...
  6. Chinese:内向者, 内向的, ...
  7. Japanese:内向的な人, 内向的, ...
  8. Arabic:مُنْطَوٍ, انْطِوَائِيّ, ...
  9. Hebrew:מוּפְנָם, אִינְטְרוֹבֶרְטִי, ...
  10. Russian:интроверт, интровертный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:інтроверт, інтровертний, ...
  12. Hindi:अंतर्मुखी, अंतर्मुख, ...
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