Psychological Traits

noun short for anal retentive, a personality trait characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a desire for order and cleanliness

adjective relating to or located near the anus

• The analyst conducted an in-depth analisis of the company's financial statements.
• I heard she's really good at doing anal-ysis on data.
• Some people find anal sex pleasurable.
• His attention to detail is so meticulous, it's almost like he's doing an anal examination.

noun aggressive or warlike behavior

• The diplomat's belligerence during negotiations only escalated tensions between the two countries.
• His belligerence towards his coworkers made for a hostile work environment.
• The customer's belligerence towards the cashier was completely uncalled for.
• The storm's belligerence was evident in the howling winds and crashing waves.

noun the quality or state of being kind, gentle, or harmless

• The doctor reassured the patient that the tumor appeared to be of benignity.
• Don't worry, the lump is benignity, so it's nothing to be concerned about.
• The growth turned out to be benignity, thank goodness!
• His benignity towards others is what makes him such a beloved leader.

noun a natural talent or inclination

verb past tense and past participle of bend

adjective not straight or upright; curved or inclined

• The metal rod was bent out of shape after being exposed to extreme heat.
• I accidentally bent my phone screen when it fell out of my pocket.
• He always manages to bend the rules to his advantage.
• Her mind was bent on finding a solution to the problem.

noun a person who talks too much, especially indiscreetly

verb to talk too much, especially indiscreetly

• The witness refused to blab about what he saw at the crime scene.
• Don't blab about the surprise party, it's supposed to be a secret!
• I can't believe she blabbed to the teacher about our plans to skip class.
• The river seemed to blab its secrets as it flowed through the forest.

adjective showing a stubborn or contrary attitude; difficult to deal with

• The woodworker had difficulty working with the cross grained timber.
• I hate working with this cross grained wood, it's so hard to cut!
• This cross grained material is a pain in the neck to deal with.
• Her cross grained personality made it hard for others to get along with her.

verb to be unlike or dissimilar; to vary in opinion or belief

• The two theories differ in their approach to solving the problem.
• Their opinions differ on which movie is the best.
• Me and my friends always differ on where to eat for dinner.
• Their personalities couldn't be more different, they differ like night and day.

noun the practice of deceiving others by pretending to be sincere

adjective marked by duplicity; deceitful

• The politician was accused of duplicity for saying one thing in public and doing the opposite in private.
• I can't trust him, he's always showing duplicity in his actions.
• She's a master at pulling off duplicity without anyone suspecting a thing.
• The mirror reflected the duplicity of her emotions, showing both joy and sadness in her eyes.

noun the state of being eccentric

• The eccentricity of the orbit of the comet was measured to be quite high.
• She's known for her eccentricity, always wearing mismatched socks.
• That guy's got some serious eccentricity going on, always doing weird stuff.
• His eccentricity shines through in his unique artwork, unlike anything I've ever seen.

adjective describing someone who is easily excited or agitated

• The excitable child could barely contain his enthusiasm during the science experiment.
• She's always been excitable, especially when it comes to parties.
• My excitable friend was jumping up and down when she heard the news.
• His excitable nature made him a great candidate for the job in sales.

noun a person who adheres strictly to a set of fundamental principles or beliefs

adjective relating to or advocating the strict adherence to a set of fundamental principles or beliefs

• The fundamentalist group strictly adheres to their religious beliefs.
• My neighbor is a fundamentalist and always talks about his beliefs.
• I can't stand those fundamentalist fanatics who try to push their views on everyone.
• She approached her work with the zeal of a fundamentalist, never wavering in her dedication.

adjective relating to or having the characteristics of an idealist; unrealistically aiming for perfection

• The young politician's idealistic views on social reform were met with skepticism by more experienced lawmakers.
• She's a bit too idealistic for her own good, always expecting the best out of people.
• Don't be so idealistic, the real world doesn't work like that.
• His idealistic vision of a perfect society was shattered when faced with the harsh realities of life.

adjective unable to be appeased or pacified

• The judge was known for her implacable pursuit of justice.
• My mom can be implacable when it comes to enforcing the rules.
• The bouncer at the club was implacable in not letting anyone without ID inside.
• The storm's implacable fury left a path of destruction in its wake.

verb to have a preference or tendency towards something

adjective having a tendency or preference for something

• She was inclined to believe his explanation due to the evidence presented.
• I'm inclined to think we should go with the first option.
• I'm not really inclined to hang out with them tonight.
• His natural talent inclined him towards a career in music.

verb bending or leaning towards a particular direction

adjective having a tendency or preference towards something

• The professor was inclining towards the theory proposed by the renowned scientist.
• I can see you inclining towards that new restaurant for dinner.
• She's totally inclining towards him, it's obvious.
• His decision was inclining towards taking the job offer in the city.

adjective not able to be convinced or persuaded; stubbornly resistant to change

• Despite presenting overwhelming evidence, he remained invincible in his beliefs.
• No matter what I say, she's inconvincible about her favorite singer.
• He's so inconvincible, it's like talking to a brick wall.
• Her inconvincible nature was like trying to change the direction of a river.

noun a thing that is inside something else

adjective relating to the inside of something; located on the inside

• The company is conducting an internal investigation to address the issue.
• I heard there's some internal drama going on within the team.
• Let's keep this internal for now, we don't want it getting out to the public.
• She's struggling with some internal conflicts that are affecting her decision-making.

verb Leaning is the present participle form of the verb 'lean', which means to incline or bend in a particular direction.

• She was leaning against the wall, deep in thought.
• He was just leaning on the fence, watching the game.
• I saw her leaning on her boo at the party last night.
• The company is leaning towards a more environmentally friendly approach.

adjective likely to have a harmful effect

• The doctor diagnosed the tumor as malignant and recommended immediate treatment.
• The doctor said the tumor is malignant and needs to be treated right away.
• The doc said the growth is malignant and it's serious stuff.
• His malignant words spread through the office like a cancer, causing chaos and fear.

adverb used to form the superlative degree of adjectives and adverbs

pronoun used as a pronoun to refer to the majority of something

• In most cases, the scientific method is used to conduct experiments and analyze data.
• I think most people prefer to take the highway instead of back roads for a quicker commute.
• That movie was the most awesome thing I've ever seen!
• She is the most caring friend anyone could ask for.

noun a penetrable substance or object

adjective capable of being penetrated or passed through

• The material used for the new windows is highly penetrable by light.
• I can't believe how penetrable this plastic bag is, it ripped so easily.
• The security at that place is so lax, it's penetrable by anyone.
• Her tough exterior may seem impenetrable, but deep down she is actually quite penetrable.

adjective describing someone or something that is full of fun and playfulness

• The children engaged in a playful game of tag during recess.
• She has a playful personality and is always joking around with her friends.
• The puppy was so cute and playful, it was bouncing around like crazy.
• The artist used playful colors and shapes to create a whimsical masterpiece.

noun a possessive form or construction

adjective showing ownership or possession

• She exhibited possessive behavior towards her partner, constantly checking his phone and questioning his whereabouts.
• My sister can be so possessive of her belongings, always marking them with her initials.
• Don't be so possessive over your friends, let them have their own space.
• The artist's possessive grip on his work prevented anyone from making changes to it.

noun a person who is responsible for presenting a case in court

• The relator presented the case to the jury with precision and clarity.
• The relator explained everything to us in simple terms.
• The relator spilled all the tea during the meeting.
• As a relator of stories, she had a way of captivating her audience.

adjective lacking or devoid of soul; lacking in sensitivity, depth, or compassion

• The architecture of the new building was criticized for being soulless and lacking character.
• I find those modern art pieces to be so soulless, they just don't speak to me.
• The movie was so bad, it felt like a soulless cash grab by the studio.
• Her eyes were cold and soulless, betraying the emptiness she felt inside.

adjective showing no emotion or reaction, especially in the face of adversity or pain

• Despite facing numerous challenges, she remained stoical and composed throughout the ordeal.
• Even when things got tough, he stayed stoical and didn't let it get to him.
• She's so stoical, nothing seems to faze her.
• The old tree stood stoical in the face of the raging storm, its branches swaying but not breaking.

noun a person who takes or receives something

adjective relating to or characteristic of someone who takes or receives something

• The contract clearly outlines the responsibilities of the taker in this transaction.
• The taker of the last piece of cake was me!
• Don't be a taker and always expect others to pay for you.
• She was a taker of people's kindness, never giving anything in return.

noun a person who has confidence or faith in someone or something

• The lawyer acted as a truster for the client, ensuring their best interests were always protected.
• I always go to Sarah because she's my truster when it comes to giving advice.
• I trust him with my life, he's my truster for everything.
• She was the truster of secrets, always keeping them safe and secure.

noun a category of people or things having common characteristics

verb to write using a typewriter or keyboard

• There are various types of renewable energy sources available for sustainable development.
• I'm not sure which type of pizza to order for the party.
• That new phone is the type of device everyone is raving about.
• His leadership style is the type that inspires others to follow.

adjective a term used to describe someone who lacks a sense of responsibility or ethics in their actions

• The unconscientious behavior of the employee led to multiple errors in the project.
• She's so unconscientious about meeting deadlines.
• I can't stand working with someone so unconscientious.
• His unconscientious attitude towards his studies is like playing with fire.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'undeceitful' is an adjective describing someone or something that is not deceitful.

• She was known for her undeceitful nature, always speaking the truth no matter what.
• I appreciate how undeceitful you are, always honest with me.
• I can't stand people who are deceitful, I prefer hanging out with the undeceitful ones.
• His eyes were undeceitful, revealing the truth behind his words.

adjective not possessing or showing a desire to possess things or people

• The professor's unpossessive attitude towards knowledge encourages open discussion in the classroom.
• She's so unpossessive about her clothes, she lets anyone borrow them.
• My friends are pretty unpossessive when it comes to sharing food at parties.
• His unpossessive nature allowed him to let go of past grudges and move forward with a clear mind.

adjective refusing to submit to authority or control

• The unsubmissive attitude of the workers led to a prolonged strike.
• She is so unsubmissive, always questioning authority.
• Don't be so unsubmissive, just go with the flow.
• Her unsubmissive spirit soared like a wild bird, refusing to be caged.

adjective describing someone or something as lacking virtue or moral goodness

• Her actions were deemed unvirtuous by society's standards.
• He's always getting into trouble for his unvirtuous behavior.
• I can't believe she did something so unvirtuous!
• The unvirtuous path may seem easier, but it leads to regret in the end.

noun a specific limitation or vulnerability

• Identifying your weaknesses is an important step towards self-improvement.
• I know my weakness is chocolate, I just can't resist it!
• His weakness for partying always gets him into trouble.
• Her kindness is both her greatest strength and weakness.

verb Withdrawn is also a past participle form of the verb withdraw, which means to remove or take back something.

adjective Withdrawn is an adjective that describes someone who is shy, reserved, or reluctant to interact with others.

• The funds were withdrawn from the account as requested.
• She withdrew the money from the ATM earlier today.
• He decided to pull out of the deal at the last minute.
• She had withdrawn from social activities due to feeling overwhelmed.

noun a person or thing that maximizes, or makes the most of something

• The company hired a financial maximizer to help increase profits.
• My friend is a real maximizer when it comes to shopping for deals.
• I'm a total maximizer when it comes to getting the most out of my vacation.
• She's a maximizer of opportunities, always looking for ways to improve her skills.

noun lack of compassion or empathy; cruelty

• The heartlessness of the dictator's regime was evident in their cruel treatment of dissidents.
• I can't believe the heartlessness of some people, it's just so mean.
• That guy has a heart of stone, pure heartlessness.
• The heartlessness of the storm left a path of destruction in its wake.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, often providing information about time, manner, place, or degree

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to specify a noun, such as 'the' or 'a'

• She has a tendency to talk the hind legs off a donkey whenever she gets the chance.
• Once she starts talking, she can talk the hind leg off a donkey!
• She can talk the hind leg off a donkey, no doubt about it.
• He can talk the hind legs off a donkey when he's passionate about a topic.

noun a specific musical pitch

• The musician displayed impressive absolute pitch during the performance, accurately identifying each note without any reference.
• My friend has absolute pitch, so she can play any song by ear without needing sheet music.
• I wish I had absolute pitch like that guy - he can tune his guitar perfectly without a tuner!
• Having absolute pitch in business means being able to quickly assess a situation and make the right decision without hesitation.