adjective
withdrawn
wihth-DRAWN
adjective
1
Quiet and reluctant to engage or socialize with others.
"He became withdrawn after the loss of his job."
"The child seemed withdrawn and avoided eye contact."
2
Taken out of use, circulation, or consideration.
"The recalled model was withdrawn from sale."
How to Use Withdrawn
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither shy and unsociable, or taken out of circulation/use.
Common pairings
seem withdrawn
withdrawn from sale
emotionally withdrawn
Word Forms
more withdrawn comparative, most withdrawn superlative
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