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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 Calhoun describes himself as introverted and initially hesitant about events filled with strangers. — Kansas City Star, 24 Aug. 2026 So the archetype of an uncharismatic leader is not necessarily someone unlikeable, introverted, socially incompetent or ineffective. — Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for introverted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introverted
  1. shy
  2. withdrawn
Adjective
  • Small, shy and clad head-to-claw in black, New Zealand’s karure, or black robin, has been crowned the country’s 2026 Bird of the Year.
    — Adam Pourahmadi, CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2026
  • School District 57 in Mount Prospect requested $20 million and got back just shy of $6 million.
    — A.D. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 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  • In an era of ball-to-feet No 10s and withdrawn strikers, Welbeck stays high up the pitch, runs the channels and occupies defenders.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  • The withdrawn earnings are taxed as ordinary income, the Treasury said.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Definition of withdrawn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 23 Sep. 2026.

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