Backward and Outgoing

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Backward

Backward adjective - Not comfortable around people.
Usage example: curiously, the quiet, backward man opened up when around other introverts
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Outgoing is an antonym for backward.
Nearby Words: back, backwater, backwardness, backwards, backwardation

Outgoing

Outgoing adjective - Likely to seek or enjoy the company of others.
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Backward is an antonym for outgoing.
Nearby Word: outgo
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