extraversion
noun/ˌɛkstrəˈvɜrʒən/
Frequency rank: #19,690 most common English word
Meaning
a personality trait characterized by gaining energy from social interaction and external stimulation.
Example sentence
People who score high in extraversion tend to feel energized by spending time with others.
Synonyms & related words
- sociability
- outgoingness
- gregariousness
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