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 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 Leah Lewis stars as introverted Ellie, who falls for popular girl Aster (Alexxis Lemire) while writing love letters to her on behalf of a male friend. — Rachel Simon, Vulture, 19 June 2026 Infinite Black Inside is one of those introverted electronic records that puts the soul and intellect of its producer at its center, eschewing genre conventions out of emotional necessity. — H.d. Angel, Pitchfork, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for introverted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introverted
  1. shy
  2. withdrawn
Adjective
  • Other performers weren’t shy about sharing their political opinions with the world.
    — Michael Collins, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Bournemouth’s ‘executive’ section last year hit that milestone but appears to have been unavailable for this season, taking their top prices just shy of four figures.
    — Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 26 Aug. 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  • In an era of ball-to-feet No 10s and withdrawn strikers, Welbeck stays high up the pitch, runs the channels and occupies defenders.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  • The withdrawn earnings are taxed as ordinary income, the Treasury said.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Definition of withdrawn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 3 Sep. 2026.

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