introverted
adjective
in·tro·vert·ed
ˈin-trə-ˌvər-təd 
: having or suggesting the characteristics of an introvert
especially
: possessing a reserved or quiet nature typically with an inclination to solitude
It frustrates and pains me to hear so many stories about how misunderstood and overlooked most introverted people felt when they were growing up. —
Marti Olsen Laney
compare extroverted
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a quiet, introverted child who likes to sit at home and read books
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They were impressed by how dissimilar the two boys were—the older one sensitive and introverted, the little one active and outgoing.
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Your work will involve designing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and developing theoretical models—activities that leverage introverted strengths like patience, precision, and persistence.
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
That's where the introverted Amy (Kaitlyn Dever) steps in, surprising everyone with a solid vocal performance that impresses her crush.
—Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Your work will involve designing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and developing theoretical models—activities that leverage introverted strengths like patience, precision, and persistence.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Lochlan is the younger brother, shy and introverted and clearly in the shadow of him.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
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“Introverted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introverted. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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introverted
adjective
in·tro·vert·ed
ˈin-trə-ˌvərt-əd
variants
also introvert
: having or suggesting the characteristics of an introvert
especially
: possessing a reserved or quiet nature typically with an inclination to solitude compare extroverted
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