introversion

introversion definition - medical

in·tro·ver·sion (ĭnˌtrə-vûrˈzhən, -shən)

noun
  1. The act or process of introverting or the condition of being introverted.
  2. The direction of or tendency to direct one's thoughts and feelings toward oneself.

Related Forms:

  • inˌtro·verˈsive (-vûrˈsĭv) adjective

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