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

Synonyms of introverted

• shy
• withdrawn

Examples of introverted in a Sentence

a quiet, introverted child who likes to sit at home and read books

Recent Examples on the Web

If the house presents as introverted and unassuming from the street, the oceanfront side opens toward the scenery. — Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 25 June 2026

According to studio information sent to ABC News, Chalamet will play Joe, an introverted rocket mechanic. — Mason Leib, ABC News, 22 June 2026

Leo was shy and introverted away from football. — Xavi, New York Times, 21 June 2026

For Season 2, Episode 2, Gaby became focused on the introverted Maya (Sherry Cola). — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

past participle of introvert entry 2, in psychological sense in part as translation of German introvertiert

Note: Regarding use in psychology see note at extroversion.

First Known Use

1657, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for introverted

• controverted
• disconcerted
• extroverted
• preconcerted
• reasserted
• reconverted
• reinserted
• unconverted
• adverted
• alerted
• asserted
• averted

Medical Definition

introverted

adjective

in·​tro·​vert·​ed ˈin-trə-ˌvərt-əd 

variants also introvert

ˈin-trə-ˌvərt 

: having or suggesting the characteristics of an introvert

especially : possessing a reserved or quiet nature typically with an inclination to solitude compare extroverted