noun
introvert
IN-truh-vurt/ˈɪntrəvɜːrt/
A person who tends to prefer solitude or low-stimulation social settings.
The contented introvert declines the friendly invitation and settles into solitary reflection.
Etymology
The pieces mean “turn inward.” In the psychological sense, that inward direction describes people whose attention tends toward their own inner lives rather than outward social engagement.
In context
is he an introvert like a loner you mean yeah is he an introvert wow oh that that's why he said he doesn't want any close friends in his life
More examples
- The introverts in our group suggest a quiet picnic.
- I'm an introvert, and time alone helps me recharge.
- An introvert can enjoy leading meetings but prefer quiet evenings afterward.
Forms
introvert · introverts
introverted adjective — Tending to prefer solitude or quieter social settings.
introversion noun — A tendency toward solitude or quieter social settings.
Similar words
- loner
- Emphasizes keeping to oneself rather than preferring quieter social settings.
- recluse
- Implies withdrawal from society, not simply a preference for quiet.