introvert
|in-tro-vert|
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/ˈɪntrəˌvɜrt/
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/ˈɪntrəˌvɜːt/
inward focus
Etymology
'introvert' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'introvertere,' where 'intro-' meant 'inward' and 'vertere' meant 'to turn.'
'introvertere' transformed into the French word 'introvertir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'introvert' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to turn inward,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who is inwardly focused.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who tends to turn inward mentally, often preferring solitary activities over social ones.
As an introvert, she enjoyed spending her weekends reading books.
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Verb 1
to turn one's thoughts inward or to focus on one's own feelings.
He introverted his thoughts during the meditation session.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39