Basic Details
Word: Withdrawn
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not wanting to talk to people; shy or quiet.
Synonyms: Reserved, aloof, introverted
Antonyms: Outgoing, extroverted, sociable
Idioms and Phrases
- Keep to oneself: To avoid sharing thoughts or feelings. Example: "He tends to keep to himself, preferring to read in the corner."
- Shy as a wallflower: Describing someone very shy and introverted in social situations. Example: "At the party, she was shy as a wallflower, not approaching anyone."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After his family moved to a new town, he became more withdrawn and found it hard to make new friends.
Example 2: The withdrawn girl in class often preferred to sit alone during lunchtime.
Example 3: Sometimes, its nice to be withdrawn and enjoy spending time on your own to recharge.
Fun Fact
The word "withdrawn" has its roots in Middle English from the word "withdrawen," meaning to pull back or take away, which reflects the idea of stepping away from social interactions.
Famous Quote
"The greatest eventsthey are not our loudest but our stillest hours." Friedrich Nietzsche
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "withdrawn" mean?
a) Very loud
b) Shy and quiet
c) Friendly and sociable
d) Happy and cheerful
Answer: b) Shy and quiet
2. Which of these is a synonym of "withdrawn"?
a) Outgoing
b) Reserved
c) Cheerful
d) Energetic
Answer: b) Reserved
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "withdrawn"?
a) Shy
b) Introverted
c) Extroverted
d) Quiet
Answer: c) Extroverted
4. Which sentence uses "withdrawn" correctly?
a) She was withdrawn and laughed loudly at the joke.
b) The withdrawn student answered all questions in class.
c) He seems withdrawn after the argument with his friend.
d) Her withdrawn attitude made her the leader of the group.
Answer: c) He seems withdrawn after the argument with his friend.
5. Which idiom relates to the meaning of "withdrawn"?
a) Keep to oneself
b) As busy as a bee
c) A piece of cake
d) Hit the nail on the head
Answer: a) Keep to oneself
