Introvert
noun
A person who enjoys being alone and does not like to spend too much time with other people.
She identifies herself as an introvert because she values her alone time.
Often appears as...
- self-proclaimed introvert
- identify as an introvert
noun
A person whose thoughts and interest are directed inward.
As an introvert, he finds comfort and energy in his own inner world.
Often appears as...
- psychological introvert
- introverted personality
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Psychological
noun
In zoology, an animal or part that is introverted.
Some worms are introverts, they can retract their heads into their body.
Often appears as...
- introverted worm
- retract its introvert
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Technical
noun
A person who enjoys being alone and does not like to spend too much time with other people.
She identifies herself as an introvert because she values her alone time.
Often appears as...
- self-proclaimed introvert
- identify as an introvert
noun
A person whose thoughts and interest are directed inward.
As an introvert, he finds comfort and energy in his own inner world.
Often appears as...
- psychological introvert
- introverted personality
Usage tips
Neutral
Psychological
noun
In zoology, an animal or part that is introverted.
Some worms are introverts, they can retract their heads into their body.
Often appears as...
- introverted worm
- retract its introvert
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Social Preference
Introvert implies preference for solitude, not necessarily shyness or social anxiety.
He's an introvert, preferring a quiet evening at home over a party.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Antisocial
Being introverted doesn't mean one is antisocial or dislikes people, but enjoys alone time to recharge.
She's an introvert who loves deep conversations, just in smaller groups.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Differences
The concept of an introvert can vary culturally; some societies might value or stigmatize it differently.
In her culture, being an introvert is highly respected for its association with thoughtfulness.
Pro Tip 1/3Social Preference
Introvert implies preference for solitude, not necessarily shyness or social anxiety.
He's an introvert, preferring a quiet evening at home over a party.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Antisocial
Being introverted doesn't mean one is antisocial or dislikes people, but enjoys alone time to recharge.
She's an introvert who loves deep conversations, just in smaller groups.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Differences
The concept of an introvert can vary culturally; some societies might value or stigmatize it differently.
In her culture, being an introvert is highly respected for its association with thoughtfulness.
Pro Tip 1/3Social Preference
Introvert implies preference for solitude, not necessarily shyness or social anxiety.
He's an introvert, preferring a quiet evening at home over a party.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Antisocial
Being introverted doesn't mean one is antisocial or dislikes people, but enjoys alone time to recharge.
She's an introvert who loves deep conversations, just in smaller groups.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Differences
The concept of an introvert can vary culturally; some societies might value or stigmatize it differently.
In her culture, being an introvert is highly respected for its association with thoughtfulness.
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Video examples
The power of introverts...
this story about summer camp I could have told you fifty others just like it all the times that I got the message that somehow my quiet and introverted style of being was not necessarily the right way to go and that I should be trying to pass as more of an extrovert and I always sense deep down that this
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Portraits of Women...
and there's many different interests why would you want to be stuck in a lab I always remember that that I wasn't cut out for science because scientists were introverts that's what we think the ideas were outnumbered this documentary photography project came from high school girls I was asked to be a
Video examples
The power of introverts...
that somehow my quiet and introverted style of being was not necessarily the right way to go, that I should be trying to pass as more of an extrovert. And I always sensed deep down that this was wrong and that introverts were pretty excellent just as they were. But for years I denied this intuition,
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Sarah Ellis and Helen...
and talks to anyone, Sarah ... and I'm an introverted ideas person who finds extroverts energizing but a bit intimidating. Despite our differences, we both had an ambition to climb the ladder and have a successful career. We were motivated by how far and how fast we could progress,
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Do personality tests...
Today, an introvert is someone who finds alone time restorative, an extrovert draws energy from social interaction, and an ambivert falls somewhere between these two extremes. The notion of an innate, unchanging personality forms the basis of all these tests.
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Blueprint for a quiet...
right now without insulting the speaker yes I saw the horrified looks on your faces even through the glare of these spotlights so this is how so many introverts feel about the team-building exercises we are forever obliged to
Video examples
Activism needs...
it was very loud activism, it always involved lots of people, it was performing. None of it was for introverts, and I not only thought that that wasn't fair, because a third to a half of the world's population are introverts,
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3 steps to stop remote...
But the truth is, for many introverts, remote work is kind of a nightmare. Now that the pandemic has chased many of us out of our offices, we're chafing under the new remote rules of too much screen time;
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How to spot a liar PIPE...
Extroverts lie more than introverts. Men lie eight times more about themselves than they do other people. Women lie more to protect other people. If you're an average married couple,
Video examples
The new era of positive...
But in the third great arena of life, love, Len is an abysmal failure. And the reason he was, was that Len is a cold fish. Len is an introvert.
Video examples
The power of introverts...
this story about summer camp I could have told you fifty others just like it all the times that I got the message that somehow my quiet and introverted style of being was not necessarily the right way to go and that I should be trying to pass as more of an extrovert and I always sense deep down that this
Video examples
Portraits of Women...
and there's many different interests why would you want to be stuck in a lab I always remember that that I wasn't cut out for science because scientists were introverts that's what we think the ideas were outnumbered this documentary photography project came from high school girls I was asked to be a
Video examples
The power of introverts...
that somehow my quiet and introverted style of being was not necessarily the right way to go, that I should be trying to pass as more of an extrovert. And I always sensed deep down that this was wrong and that introverts were pretty excellent just as they were. But for years I denied this intuition,
Video examples
Sarah Ellis and Helen...
and talks to anyone, Sarah ... and I'm an introverted ideas person who finds extroverts energizing but a bit intimidating. Despite our differences, we both had an ambition to climb the ladder and have a successful career. We were motivated by how far and how fast we could progress,
Video examples
Do personality tests...
Today, an introvert is someone who finds alone time restorative, an extrovert draws energy from social interaction, and an ambivert falls somewhere between these two extremes. The notion of an innate, unchanging personality forms the basis of all these tests.
Video examples
Blueprint for a quiet...
right now without insulting the speaker yes I saw the horrified looks on your faces even through the glare of these spotlights so this is how so many introverts feel about the team-building exercises we are forever obliged to
Video examples
Activism needs...
it was very loud activism, it always involved lots of people, it was performing. None of it was for introverts, and I not only thought that that wasn't fair, because a third to a half of the world's population are introverts,
Video examples
3 steps to stop remote...
But the truth is, for many introverts, remote work is kind of a nightmare. Now that the pandemic has chased many of us out of our offices, we're chafing under the new remote rules of too much screen time;
Video examples
How to spot a liar PIPE...
Extroverts lie more than introverts. Men lie eight times more about themselves than they do other people. Women lie more to protect other people. If you're an average married couple,
Video examples
The new era of positive...
But in the third great arena of life, love, Len is an abysmal failure. And the reason he was, was that Len is a cold fish. Len is an introvert.
Example 1 of 10
Quote examples
Keke Palmer
American Actress
People that want to be in the tabloids will get into the tabloids. I just stay home and don't go out much. My personality is not an introvert, but that's how I am as far as going out to parties. I just stay in my house and hang out with friends.
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Kameron Hurley
American Writer
As an introverted kid who lived in the middle of nowhere, my stories made up the whole of my social life. That meant that while other kids cultivated hobbies like skateboarding or playing the piano, I sat at home scribbling in notebooks.
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Eric Stonestreet
American Actor
Most people don't think of actors and people like us that are performers and out in the world as introverts, but I like to know I can trust someone first.
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Howie Long
American Football Player
I was a quiet kid. I was very introverted, believe it or not. I never spoke above a whisper. I was always, 'Yes sir.' I was raised that way.
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Gautam Rode
Indian Actor
In 'Nach... ', I go all out, but 'Saraswati... ' is an introvert character. The two things are totally opposite.
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Chris Barber
English Musician
In America, life is introverted, self-absorbed - and so is their music.
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Douglas Costa
Brazilian Athlete
I'm someone with a very strong personality, I'm quite introverted.
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Megyn Kelly
American Journalist
I was always a strong personality. I was never an introvert.
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Brian Bosworth
American Athlete
I lead an introverted and boring life here in California.
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Ory Okolloh
Kenyan Activist
I have a very introverted real personality.
Quote examples
Keke Palmer
American Actress
People that want to be in the tabloids will get into the tabloids. I just stay home and don't go out much. My personality is not an introvert, but that's how I am as far as going out to parties. I just stay in my house and hang out with friends.
Quote examples
Kameron Hurley
American Writer
As an introverted kid who lived in the middle of nowhere, my stories made up the whole of my social life. That meant that while other kids cultivated hobbies like skateboarding or playing the piano, I sat at home scribbling in notebooks.
Quote examples
Eric Stonestreet
American Actor
Most people don't think of actors and people like us that are performers and out in the world as introverts, but I like to know I can trust someone first.
Quote examples
Howie Long
American Football Player
I was a quiet kid. I was very introverted, believe it or not. I never spoke above a whisper. I was always, 'Yes sir.' I was raised that way.
Quote examples
Gautam Rode
Indian Actor
In 'Nach... ', I go all out, but 'Saraswati... ' is an introvert character. The two things are totally opposite.
Quote examples
Chris Barber
English Musician
In America, life is introverted, self-absorbed - and so is their music.
Quote examples
Douglas Costa
Brazilian Athlete
I'm someone with a very strong personality, I'm quite introverted.
Quote examples
Megyn Kelly
American Journalist
I was always a strong personality. I was never an introvert.
Quote examples
Brian Bosworth
American Athlete
I lead an introverted and boring life here in California.
Quote examples
Ory Okolloh
Kenyan Activist
I have a very introverted real personality.
Example 1 of 10
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