Definition of INTROVERSION

introversion

Meanings

Plural: introversions

Noun

  • the condition of being folded inward or sheathed
  • the folding in of an outer layer so as to form a pocket in the surface
  • (psychology) an introverted disposition; concern with one's own thoughts and feelings
  • A turning inward
  • The action of turning one's thoughts upon internal or spiritual matters.
  • A turning inward
  • A personality orientation towards the self and mental abstraction; behavior expressing such orientation.
  • A turning inward
  • Arrangement of two similar words, lines, etc. to form the middle part of a structure.
  • A turning inward, particularly

Origin / Etymology

From New Latin intrōversio, from intrōvertere (“to turn within”), from Classical Latin intro (“within”) and vertere (“to turn”). Equivalent to introvert + -sion.

Scrabble Score: 15

introversion is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
introversion is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
introversion is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

introversion is a valid Words With Friends word