introversion
|in-tro-ver-sion|
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/ˌɪntrəˈvɜːrʒən/
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/ˌɪntrəˈvɜːʃən/
inward focus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'introversion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'introversio', where 'intro-' meant 'inward' and 'versio' meant 'turning'.
Historical Evolution
'introversio' transformed into the English word 'introversion' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'turning inward', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality of being shy and reticent'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being shy and reticent, or the tendency to be concerned with one's own thoughts and feelings rather than external things.
Her introversion made it difficult for her to speak in public.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45