retiring

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retiring

(adjective)

Meaning

shy or avoiding social interaction

Example

"Despite her talent, Sarah remained retiring and preferred to stay in the background."

Synonyms

shyreservedmodest

Antonyms

outgoingconfidentbold

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'retirare', meaning to withdraw.
Related word forms
  • verb: retire
  • noun: retirement

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