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    Renfermée (en. Withdrawn)

    /ʁɑ̃fɛʁme/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a person who is reserved and uncommunicative.
    She is often considered withdrawn because she speaks little in public.
    Elle est souvent considérée comme renfermée, car elle parle peu en public.
    Refers to a closed, isolated place.
    The closed cellar was dusty and dark.
    La cave renfermée était poussiéreuse et sombre.
    Characterizes an attitude of avoiding others.
    Her withdrawn behavior distances her from her friends.
    Son comportement renfermé l'éloigne de ses amis.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'renfermer', composed of 're-' and 'fermer'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    put on a brave face while being withdrawn
    Have a friendly appearance while being distant.
    faire bonne figure tout en étant renfermé
    be very withdrawn into oneself
    Have difficulties in opening up to others.
    être très renfermé sur soi-même
    withdrawn like an oyster
    Be extremely reserved or secretive.
    renfermé comme une huître

    Related Words

    withdrawal
    Action of making something or someone withdrawn.
    renfermement
    close
    Make closed.
    fermer
    isolation
    State of a person or a group detached from others.
    isolement

    Slang Meanings

    Term used to refer to someone shy.
    He is as withdrawn as a cat hiding under the sofa.
    Il est aussi renfermé qu'un chat qui se cache sous le canapé.
    Used to describe a person who hides their emotions.
    She keeps everything to herself; she is so withdrawn.
    Elle garde tout pour elle, elle est si renfermée.