introvert

/,introu'və:t/

Thân thiện

An introvert enjoys reading a book alone in a quiet corner.

Definition

1. Noun:

   • (Psychology) A person who tends to be more focused on their own thoughts and feelings rather than on external social activities. An introvert typically gains energy from spending time alone and may find extensive social interaction draining.
   • (General) A shy, reticent person. In common, non-technical usage, it describes someone who is quiet and reserved.

2. Verb:

   • To turn or direct inward. This can refer to a physical action, such as turning a part inside itself.
   • (Psychology) To concentrate one's interests upon oneself; to look inward. This describes the mental process of introspection.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:

  • As an introvert, she recharges by reading a book alone.
  • The party was full of loud music and crowds, which can be overwhelming for an introvert.

• Verb:

  • Some species of worms can introvert their pharynx to capture prey.
  • He tends to introvert his emotions, rarely sharing them with others.

Advanced Usage

• Psychological Trait: In psychology, "introvert" describes one end of a personality spectrum (introversion–extraversion), characterized by a preference for solitary activities and a smaller circle of close friends.
  • Her introverted nature makes her an excellent observer and deep thinker.

Variants and Related Words

• Introverted (adj): Having the characteristics of an introvert; shy or inward-looking.
  • He has a quiet and introverted personality.
• Introversion (n): The state of or tendency toward being predominantly interested in one's own mental life.
  • Her introversion is often mistaken for aloofness.

Synonyms

• Noun: Loner, solitary, wallflower (informal), reserved person.
• Verb: Inward-turning, invaginate (biological), internalize.

Antonyms

• Noun: Extrovert, extravert, socializer, outgoing person.

Related Phrases/Idioms

• To be an introvert: To possess an introverted personality.
  • It's okay to be an introvert in a world that often values extraversion.
• Introverted feeling/thinking: A psychological term describing a cognitive function focused on internal values or logical frameworks.
  • His decision was based on a deep process of introverted thinking.

Học thuật

Noun

1. (psychology) a person who tends to shrink from social contacts and to become preoccupied with their own thoughts

Verb

1. turn inside
   • He introverted his feelings
2. fold inwards
   • some organs can invaginate

Từ đồng nghĩa

• invaginate