B2
introvert vs reserved vs shy
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| introvertnoun/ˈɪn.trə.vɜːrt/ | Meaning a person who feels more comfortable alone or with a few close friends than in large groups | Goes with introvert and extrovert | Example She is a shy introvert, but she speaks confidently in front of small groups. |
| reservedadjective/rɪˈzɜːrvd/ | Meaning quiet and not willing to show your feelings or talk about yourself much | Goes with reserved manner | Example He is a reserved man who rarely talks about his private life. |
| shyadjective/ʃaɪ/ | Meaning nervous and quiet with people you do not know well | Goes with — | Example He was too shy to ask her for her phone number. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
She has a calm, manner.