neuroticism
noun/nʊˈroʊtɪˌsɪzəm/
Frequency rank: #19,558 most common English word
Meaning
A personality trait characterized by emotional instability, anxiety, and a tendency to experience negative emotions.
Example sentence
High levels of neuroticism can make everyday stress feel overwhelming and hard to manage.
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