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Introversion (Noun)

Meaning 1

(psychology) an introverted disposition; concern with one's own thoughts and feelings.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • Introversion can make social interactions feel draining and require alone time to recharge.
  • Research has shown that introversion is a stable personality trait across different cultures.
  • She scored high on introversion in the personality test, which explained her preference for quiet evenings at home.
  • His introversion often led people to misinterpret him as being shy or unfriendly, but in reality, he was just an observant listener.
  • Introversion doesn't mean a person is antisocial; rather, they tend to prefer smaller, more intimate social circles.

Antonyms

  • Ambiversion
  • Extraversion

Hypernyms

  • Unsociableness

Hyponyms

  • Internality

Related Words

  • Introvert (verb)

Meaning 2

The condition of being folded inward or sheathed.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The botanist studied the introversion of the petals in the newly discovered flower species to understand its unique characteristics.
  • In some insect species, introversion of the abdomen serves as a defense mechanism against predators.
  • The process of introversion in certain mollusks allows them to withdraw their soft bodies into their shells for protection.
  • During metamorphosis, some species of amphibians exhibit introversion of their tails as they transform into adult forms.
  • In medical contexts, introversion of the uterus refers to a condition where the uterus turns inward and becomes misshapen.

Synonyms

  • Invagination

Hypernyms

  • Condition

Related Words

  • Introvert (verb)

Meaning 3

The folding in of an outer layer so as to form a pocket in the surface; "the invagination of the blastula".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

  • Infolding
  • Invagination
  • Intussusception

Hypernyms

  • Organic Process

Related Words

  • Introvert (verb)
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