neuroticism
[ noo-rot-uh-siz-uh m, nyoo- ]
/ nʊˈrɒt əˌsɪz əm, nyʊ- /
noun
the state of having traits or symptoms characteristic of neurosis.
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tension, stress, impatience, agitation, sensitivity, disquiet, jitters, uneasiness, anger, turbulence, worry, flap, perturbation, stimulation, animation, to-do, tizzy, fuss, timidity, discomfiture
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- neurotendinous,
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- neurotization,
- neurotmesis,
- neurotomical,
- neurotomy,
- neurotonic pupil
Origin of neuroticism
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Examples from the Web for neuroticism
In men, but not women, neuroticism was positively correlated and masculinity negatively correlated with crying.
Wilson found that the risk of death doubled in those with a neuroticism score in the top 10 percent.
Irregularity and pain in menstruation are a frequent cause of neuroticism.
The Sexual Question|August ForelBut the constant auto-illusion must always lead to neuroticism and pathology—the hidden fears.
Strange Alliance|Bryce Walton
neuroticism
/ (njʊˈrɒtɪˌsɪzəm) /
noun
a personality trait characterized by instability, anxiety, aggression, etc
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