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introverted

Introverted (adj) means Quiet and reflective by nature, preferring one's own thoughts or small groups over large social gatherings. Example: “He's quite introverted and recharges by spending time alone.”

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Quiet and reflective by nature, preferring one's own thoughts or small groups over large social gatherings.
"He's quite introverted and recharges by spending time alone."
"Introverted employees may need quiet space to focus."

How to use introverted

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes someone who is inward-focused and often prefers solitude to socializing.

Common mistake

Introverted doesn't mean shy or unfriendly — it just means someone draws energy from being alone rather than from being around people.

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Common pairings
introverted personality naturally introverted

Word forms

more introverted comparative, most introverted superlative

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Etymology

From introvert + -ed.

introspective self-examining

Antonyms

extraverted extroverted

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Frequently asked questions

What does “introverted” mean?

The word “introverted” means quiet and reflective by nature, preferring one's own thoughts or small groups over large social gatherings. In plain terms, describes someone who is inward-focused and often prefers solitude to socializing.

How do you use “introverted” in a sentence?

Here is “introverted” used in a sentence: “He's quite introverted and recharges by spending time alone.”

What is the opposite of “introverted”?

The opposite of “introverted” — its antonyms — are extraverted and extroverted.

What part of speech is “introverted”?

“Introverted” is an adjective.

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