introvert

• Pessoa que tende a se concentrar em seu mundo interior de pensamentos e sentimentos, preferindo a solidão ou um círculo restrito de convivência.

A person who tends to focus on their inner thoughts and feelings rather than seeking external stimulation, often feeling drained by social interaction and preferring solitary activities or small groups.

1. A person predominantly concerned with their own thoughts and feelings rather than external things.B2formal

   An individual characterised by a personality type where psychic energy is directed inward; such a person typically finds large social gatherings exhausting, recharges through solitude, and prefers deep one‑on‑one conversations or independent activities.

   Pessoa voltada para o próprio mundo interior.

   • As a classic inward‑focused person, she spent the weekend reading instead of partying.
   • The quiet, reflective colleague rarely spoke at large meetings but shone in small discussions.
   • Being a natural solitary type doesn’t mean being shy or unfriendly.
   • He found that identifying as a reserved personality helped him accept his need for alone time.
   • Many writers and artists are withdrawn individuals who channel their energy into their craft.

   Sinônimoslone wolflonersolitary

   Antônimosextravertextrovert

• Verbo usado para indicar a ação de voltar-se para dentro de si mesmo ou concentrar-se nos próprios pensamentos e sentimentos, frequentemente em contexto psicológico.

A verb used to indicate the act of turning inward or focusing on one's own thoughts and feelings, often in a psychological context.

1. Fold inwardsC2formal

   To turn or bend something inward, especially a part of an organ or structure.

   Virar para dentro

   • The surgeon introverted the edges of the wound to promote healing.
   • In embryology, the cell layer introverts to form the neural tube.
   • The petals of the flower introvert at night.

   Sinônimosintussusceptinvaginateinvert

   Antônimosevertextrovert

2. Turn insideC2formal

   To turn something inside out or to direct something inward.

   Virar para dentro

   • The introverted part of the tube creates a pocket.
   • He introverted his thoughts, focusing on his inner world.
   • The introverted structure is a key feature of this organism.

   Sinônimosintussusceptinvaginateinvert

   Antônimosextrovertoutward