introverted

adjective

ˈin-trə-ˌvər-təd How to pronounce introverted (audio)
Definition of introvertednext
as in shy
not comfortable around people a quiet, introverted child who likes to sit at home and read books

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Recent Examples of introverted Nick is more extroverted, more kind of outwardly in your face, whereas Sam’s a little introverted. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026 The researchers did not find equivalent evidence that introverted participants preferred an introverted AI. — Paul Jones, Scientific American, 7 Sep. 2026 González is introverted, but comes across as warm and cheerful. — Jesús Rodríguez, New Yorker, 6 Sep. 2026 Until then he had been considered a rather introverted character, someone who kept a low profile. — Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for introverted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introverted
  1. shy
  2. withdrawn
Adjective
  • The film put Villeneuve on the map and made just shy of $85 million worldwide for Lionsgate.
    — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 5 Oct. 2026
  • If another forward gets hurt, the next recalls are Hutson and Marjala, who are shy of Howard.
    — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of shy
Adjective
  • In an era of ball-to-feet No 10s and withdrawn strikers, Welbeck stays high up the pitch, runs the channels and occupies defenders.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 27 July 2026
  • The withdrawn earnings are taxed as ordinary income, the Treasury said.
    — Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 11 July 2026
Definition of withdrawn

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“Introverted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introverted. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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