Pronunciation: /wɪðˈdrɔːn/

Definitions of withdrawn

verb Withdrawn is also a past participle form of the verb withdraw, which means to remove or take back something.

Example Sentences

A1 She withdrew her hand when she realized it was too hot.

A2 The child withdrew from the game after losing.

B1 He decided to withdraw his application for the job.

B2 The company withdrew their support for the project due to budget constraints.

C1 The politician withdrew his controversial statement and issued an apology.

C2 The athlete withdrew from the competition due to injury.

adjective Withdrawn is an adjective that describes someone who is shy, reserved, or reluctant to interact with others.

Example Sentences

A1 She is very shy and withdrawn in social situations.

A2 The child was withdrawn and quiet after the incident.

B1 The withdrawn student rarely participates in class discussions.

B2 He became withdrawn and distant after the breakup.

C1 The artist's withdrawn demeanor added an air of mystery to his work.

C2 Despite his withdrawn nature, she found him intriguing and wanted to get to know him better.

Examples of withdrawn in a Sentence

formal The funds were withdrawn from the account as requested.

informal She withdrew the money from the ATM earlier today.

slang He decided to pull out of the deal at the last minute.

figurative She had withdrawn from social activities due to feeling overwhelmed.

Grammatical Forms of withdrawn

past tense

withdrawn

plural

withdrawn

comparative

more withdrawn

superlative

most withdrawn

present tense

withdraw

future tense

will withdraw

perfect tense

have withdrawn

continuous tense

is withdrawing

singular

withdrawn

positive degree

withdrawn

infinitive

to withdraw

gerund

withdrawing

participle

withdrawn

Origin and Evolution of withdrawn

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'withdrawn' originated from the Old English word 'withdragan' which meant to draw or pull away.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'withdrawn' evolved to mean to remove or take back, especially in a social or emotional context, indicating a person who is reserved or introverted.