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introverted

[ˈɪn.trə.vɜːr.tɪd]
adjective
introvertido
1. having or characterized by a disposition to be withdrawn, introspective, and preferring solitary activities
She is an introverted person who prefers reading to attending parties.
Ela é uma pessoa introvertida que prefere ler a ir a festas.
2. in psychology, relating to personality types that focus energy inward on one's own thoughts and feelings
Introverted individuals often recharge by spending time alone.
Indivíduos introvertidos frequentemente se recarregam passando tempo sozinhos.
Synonyms
reservedwithdrawnshyquietintrospectiveunsociable
Antonyms
extrovertedextravertedoutgoingsociablegregarious

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
introvertido
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
introvertido
Standard usage
Portugal
introvertido
Standard usage, may also use 'introspetivo' in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

a homebody
keep to oneself
in one's own world
ser um livro fechado (Portuguese: to be a closed book)
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