withdrawn
Translation
withdrawn, introverted, reserved
Examples
He became withdrawn after the accident.
He became withdrawn after the accident.
She is a shy and withdrawn child.
She is a shy and withdrawn child.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is withdrawn (sb.) is shy and quiet He became withdrawn after the accident.
Similar Words
Synonyms: introverted, reserved, quiet; Antonyms: outgoing, sociable, extroverted
Etymology
From the verb 'withdraw', which is 'with-' (away, back) + 'draw' (to pull). It describes a state of being 'pulled back' from social interaction.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone 'drawing' themselves 'with'in their own shell, away from others, to remember this means shy and quiet.