Retiring and Sociable

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Retiring adjective - Not comfortable around people.

Usage example: one retiring young girl was sitting alone quietly in a corner during the party

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Sociable is an antonym for retiring in shy topic.

Nearby Words: retire, retired, retirement

Sociable adjective - Likely to seek or enjoy the company of others.

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Retiring is an antonym for sociable.

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