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
Everyone had something to do, even the most introverted.
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Angela Andaloro, People.com, 9 May 2025
Extraverts may speak up in group settings, while more introverted individuals might need quieter moments to reflect and share.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
As an introverted single woman who has turned to dating apps as a solve for finding love in a new city, the swiping fatigue is real.
—Jasmine Elise, Essence, 5 Mar. 2025
Mariah, an energetic publicity executive in Oregon also described herself as an introverted extrovert, had a passion for self-exploration and chose work different from everyone else in her family.
—Jessie Rosen, People.com, 3 May 2025
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Angela Andaloro, People.com, 9 May 2025
Extraverts may speak up in group settings, while more introverted individuals might need quieter moments to reflect and share.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
As an introverted single woman who has turned to dating apps as a solve for finding love in a new city, the swiping fatigue is real.
—Jasmine Elise, Essence, 5 Mar. 2025
Mariah, an energetic publicity executive in Oregon also described herself as an introverted extrovert, had a passion for self-exploration and chose work different from everyone else in her family.
—Jessie Rosen, People.com, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introverted
Adjective
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Allen also hasn't been shy with his praise for his now-wife, particularly her support of his football career.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
2 June 2025
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Instead of crunch, there’s an intense smoke flavor that’s just shy of overpowering, and a denseness similar to ham.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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For children, especially, these stressors can quickly lead to meltdowns or withdrawn behavior.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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My main criticism is its withdrawn camera, which is set too far away from the action in most stages.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Introverted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introverted. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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