indrawn

American  

[in-drawn] / ˈɪnˌdrɔn /

adjective

1. reserved; introspective.

   a quiet, indrawn man.

2. made with the breath drawn draw in.

   an indrawn sigh.

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indrawn British  

/ ˌɪnˈdrɔːn /

adjective

1. drawn or pulled in

2. inward-looking or introspective

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Etymology

Origin of indrawn

First recorded in 1745–55; in- ¹ + drawn

Example Sentences

As sensible and focused as her neighbors are mercurial, Delia, in her indrawn way, is a pioneer.

From New York Times

“Respected Mr. Berezovsky,” says an initially indrawn, ferret-like Putin, “one would have to live on another planet not to know you!”

From New York Times

Arthur did not notice it, but I could hear the deep hiss of indrawn breath which is one of Van Helsing’s ways of betraying emotion.

From Literature

I hear the sound of indrawn breaths all around the room.

From Literature

There was a brief silence, like an indrawn breath.

From Literature