introverted — shy, quiet, and preferring to spend time alone rather than with other people
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: shy, quiet, and preferring to spend time alone rather than with other people
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪntrəvɜːrtɪd/
Korean meaning: 내향적인, 혼자 있는 것을 선호하고 조용한
Korean pronunciation: **인**트러벌티드
Example Sentences
- My introverted cat judges me from the corner while I embarrass myself at Zoom meetings.
- Being introverted doesn't mean you're antisocial; it just means you need alone time to recharge.
- He's so introverted that he orders pizza online to avoid talking to the delivery person.
introverted
ADJECTIVE//ˈɪntrəvɜːrtɪd//
shy, quiet, and preferring to spend time alone rather than with other people
An introverted student reads alone while classmates socialize nearby
Once introverted, attention diverted, now fully converted!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'intro' meaning 'inward' and 'vertere' meaning 'to turn'. The term was popularized in the early 20th century by psychologist Carl Jung to describe personality types.
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📝Examples
“My introverted cat judges me from the corner while I embarrass myself at Zoom meetings.”
“Being introverted doesn't mean you're antisocial; it just means you need alone time to recharge.”
“He's so introverted that he orders pizza online to avoid talking to the delivery person.”
“Many successful leaders are actually introverted, contrary to popular belief.”
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