introversion

Other forms: introversions

Definitions of introversion

1. noun

   the folding in of an outer layer so as to form a pocket in the surface
   synonyms: infolding, intussusception, invagination

   type of:

   biological process, organic process

   a process occurring in living organisms
2. noun

   the condition of being folded inward or sheathed
   synonyms: invagination

   type of:

   condition

   a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing
3. noun

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

   extraversion

   (psychology) an extroverted disposition; concern with what is outside the self

   ambiversion

   (psychology) a balanced disposition intermediate between extroversion and introversion

   types:

   internality, inwardness

   preoccupation with what concerns human inner nature (especially ethical or ideological values)

   otherworldliness, spiritism, spiritualism, spirituality

   concern with things of the spirit

   type of:

   unsociability, unsociableness

   an unsociable disposition; avoiding friendship or companionship