neuroticism

[noo-rot-uh-siz-uhm, nyoo-]

noun

1. the state of having traits or symptoms characteristic of neurosis.

Word History and Origins

Origin of neuroticism¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; neurotic ¹ + -ism

Example Sentences

"We estimate a shift in neuroticism and conscientiousness at the population level," McFarland said.

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Similarly, those characterized by higher conscientiousness, openness, and agreeableness, as well as lower neuroticism and extraversion, were also more likely to adopt healthier behaviors.

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For example, research shows that women who are higher in neuroticism and perfectionism, lower in self-compassion or lower in self-efficacy are all more likely to struggle with negative body image.

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But grandiosity is associated with being assertive and attention seeking, whereas vulnerability tends to involve neuroticism and suffering from anxiety, depression and self-consciousness.

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Conscientiousness, for instance, was associated with higher scores in the study conducted by Maertens and his team, while neuroticism and narcissism were associated with lower scores.

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