withdrawn

[ with-drawn, with- ]

verb

1. past participle of withdraw.

adjective

1. removed from circulation, contact, competition, etc.
2. shy; retiring; reticent.

   Synonyms: detached, aloof, reserved, quiet

withdrawn

/ wɪðˈdrɔːn /

verb

1. the past participle of withdraw

adjective

1. unusually reserved, introverted, or shy
2. secluded or remote

Derived Forms

• withˈdrawnness, noun

Other Words From

• with·drawnness noun
• unwith·drawn adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of withdrawn¹

First recorded in 1610–20, for the adjective

Example Sentences

Cease-fire talks have all but fallen apart, and U.S. officials acknowledge none are taking place now, while Qatar, a key mediator, has withdrawn from the process.

From Los Angeles Times

The bill, which would have legalised Russian investment and land ownership, has been withdrawn.

From BBC

He suggested "hares were set running" by previous industry guidance that has since been withdrawn.

From BBC

The Lebanese army said it rejected the description that they have ‘withdrawn’ from border locations, referring the BBC to a statement that the army is “repositioning” a number of military units in the south.

From BBC

The bill, which would have legalised Russian investment and land ownership, is being withdrawn after protesters took control of the government quarter in the capital Sukhumi.

From BBC