extroverted — An outgoing, socially confident person who enjoys being with other people
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: An outgoing, socially confident person who enjoys being with other people
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈekstrəvɜːrtɪd/
Example Sentences
- My extroverted cat greets every visitor like they're a long-lost friend.
- Being extroverted helped him excel in sales and networking.
- Even extroverted people need alone time to recharge sometimes.
extroverted
ADJECTIVE[/ˈekstrəvɜːrtɪd/]
An outgoing, socially confident person who enjoys being with other people
The extroverted new student made ten friends before lunch on day one.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Coined by Swiss psychologist Carl Jung in the early 20th century, the term derives from Latin roots meaning 'turned outward.' It combines Latin 'extra' (outside) and 'vertere' (to turn), reflecting the psychological concept of energy directed toward the external world and social interaction.
Breakdown
extra- (outside, outward) + -vert- (to turn, from Latin vertere) + -ed (adjective suffix), literally meaning 'turned outward.'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My extroverted cat greets every visitor like they're a long-lost friend.”
“Being extroverted helped him excel in sales and networking.”
“Even extroverted people need alone time to recharge sometimes.”
“She's so extroverted that she makes friends with people in elevator rides.”
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