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
This contrast between an introverted first impression and an unexpectedly energetic nature adds depth to her character, making her approachable yet intriguing.
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Sara Smith, Variety, 27 Aug. 2025
Although naturally introverted, Sandberg performed at such a high level and carried himself with such grace that multiple local stations broadcast the funeral live on TV.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
Lawrence plays Maddie Barker, a struggling thirtysomething who agrees to seduce a wealthy couple’s introverted 19-year-old (Andrew Barth Feldman) in exchange for a car.
—James Mercadante, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Hill House tells the story of Eleanor Vance, an introverted young woman who is resentful of having to care for her disabled mother.
—Kevin Dickinson, Big Think, 8 Aug. 2025
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Sara Smith, Variety, 27 Aug. 2025
Although naturally introverted, Sandberg performed at such a high level and carried himself with such grace that multiple local stations broadcast the funeral live on TV.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
Lawrence plays Maddie Barker, a struggling thirtysomething who agrees to seduce a wealthy couple’s introverted 19-year-old (Andrew Barth Feldman) in exchange for a car.
—James Mercadante, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Hill House tells the story of Eleanor Vance, an introverted young woman who is resentful of having to care for her disabled mother.
—Kevin Dickinson, Big Think, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introverted
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However, at the Budapest world championships in 2023, Alfred was just shy of a podium finish in both of her events.—
Katelyn Hutchison,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Instead, the president hasn’t been shy about wanting elite colleges to foot the bill.—
Liam Knox,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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Set in Taiwan in 1988, Girl revolves around Hsiao-lee, a quiet and withdrawn girl, growing up in silent gloom.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
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Unfortunately, further discussions were heated, with no resolve, just more withdrawn behavior while the communications continued.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
30 July 2025
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“Introverted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introverted. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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